Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Ribblesdale
Ingleborough from Chapel-le-Dale
Vast plateau views on a clear day stretch from the Lake District to the Pennines, with the descent through classic limestone karst.
Distance
15.6 km
Ascent
611 m
Descent
614 m
Max elevation
723 m
Route type
Loop
Est. time
2h 15m – 3h
Grade
Hard
Navigation
straightforward
Parking
LA6 3AR
Dogs
Not suitable
Best seasons
spring/summer/autumn
About this route
A direct ascent of Ingleborough — the highest of the Three Peaks at 723m — via the dramatic limestone pavement of Southerscales and the long south-west ridge.
Hazards & notes
Exposed summit plateau — can be cloud-covered even on clear days lower down. Navigation can be challenging in poor visibility. Limestone pavement requires care — ankles at risk in grykes.
Emergency
Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.
Full route, GPX download & live conditions:
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