Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Three Peaks
Whernside and Ingleborough from Ribblehead
Two of the Three Peaks in one shapely loop, beginning and ending at the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct with a railway cafe waiting at the finish.
Distance
23.8 km
Ascent
1,000 m
Descent
999 m
Max elevation
736 m
Route type
Loop
Est. time
3h 25m – 4h 40m
Grade
Very Hard
Navigation
map_skills
Parking
LA6 3AS
Dogs
Welcome
Best seasons
spring, summer, autumn
About this route
A 23.8km loop from Ribblehead over two of the Yorkshire Three Peaks, Whernside at 736m and Ingleborough at 724m, starting beneath the famous railway viaduct.
Hazards & notes
The flat summit plateau of Ingleborough is disorienting in cloud and a common place to lose the path. Expect a steep, rocky climb onto Ingleborough, boggy ground around Whernside, and full weather exposure on both tops.
Emergency
Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.
Full route, GPX download & live conditions:
https://trailrunningplanet.com/routes/england/yorkshire-dales/three-peaks/whernside-and-ingleborough-from-ribblehead
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