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Skamper Yorkshire 3 Peaks Marathon — 39.9 km Running Route

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Skamper Yorkshire 3 Peaks Marathon is a 39.9 km (24.8 miles) loop in Craven, Yorkshire Dales, England: hilly, with 1475 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Yorkshire Dales National Park
1475 mAscent
Paved35%Paved
4/5Hilly
Skamper Yorkshire 3 Peaks Marathon running route
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Location: Craven, Yorkshire Dales, England

Lace up for an epic traverse across the iconic Yorkshire Three Peaks in Craven. This challenging 39.9km route, a true test of endurance, links the formidable summits of Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough. With significant ascent and varied terrain, it's a quintessential fell running experience, revealing breathtaking Dales scenery and the impressive Ribblehead Viaduct.

Ideal for seasoned runners seeking a demanding long-distance challenge, this route is perfect for those training for ultra-marathons or simply aiming to conquer one of the UK's classic fell running adventures. While rewarding, come prepared for all weather conditions, as exposed sections over 500m can change quickly.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 39.9 km loop in Craven, Yorkshire Dales, England with around 1475 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Yes. It rates 4 out of 5 on our hill scale — a hilly route with sustained climbing. About 37 metres of climb per kilometre, 1475 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 65% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (2)

RichardApr 2025

Fabulous route tho my knees are unhappy!

Shoe suggestion: Trail
RebeccaAug 2024
Shoe suggestion: Mud/Fell

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