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Wimbleball Lake — 12.4 km Running Route

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Wimbleball Lake is a 12.4 km (7.7 miles) loop in Brompton Regis, Exmoor, England: flat, with 75 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Exmoor National Park
75 mAscent
Paved10%Paved
1/5Hilly

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Wimbleball Lake running route
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Location: Brompton Regis, Exmoor, England

Experience the stunning natural beauty of Wimbleball Lake with this 12.4km clockwise loop through Exmoor. This inviting route predominantly follows well-maintained paths, offering a gentle ascent and mostly flat terrain, making it accessible for a wide range of runners. You'll enjoy a delightful mix of open vistas across the lake's shimmering waters and peaceful sections winding through lush woodlands.

While the majority of the route is off-road, a brief section over a road bridge at the lake's northern end, and a short lane segment, are incorporated. This scenic journey is ideal for a relaxed long run, enjoying nature, or for those seeking a beautiful and varied route for steady-state training. Do be aware that paths can become muddy after rain, so drier conditions are recommended for the best experience.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 12.4 km loop in Brompton Regis, Exmoor, England with around 75 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?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 6 metres of climb per kilometre, 75 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 90% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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