Grimwith Reservoir
HARD
Effort: Short distance, minimal climb
Underfoot: Open fell or rough terrain
E1·T3 — how we grade routesDistance
7.5km
Ascent
99m
Descent
97m
High point
327m
Est. time
1h 25m – 1h 55m
Route type
Loop
Runability97%
Almost entirely runnable — minimal steep sections.
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Safety on this route
999 / 112
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