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Loughrigg Terrace and Two Lakes — 8.9 km Running Route

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Loughrigg Terrace and Two Lakes is a 8.9 km (5.5 miles) loop in Grasmere, The Lake District National park, England: gently rolling, with 133 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Lake District National Park
133 mAscent
Paved35%Paved
2/5Hilly
Loughrigg Terrace and Two Lakes running route
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Location: Grasmere, The Lake District National park, England

This stunning Lake District route, starting and finishing in Grasmere, offers a truly picturesque journey. You’ll begin on quiet roads before ascending towards Loughrigg Terrace, where panoramic views of the surrounding fells unfold. The mixed terrain, including well-maintained paths and lakeside trails, provides a delightful running experience as you take in the tranquil waters of Rydal Water and Grasmere Lake.

With a gentle 133m ascent over 8.9km, this moderate route is perfect for those seeking an invigorating run amidst breathtaking scenery. It's ideal for a scenic long run, a memorable sightseeing jog, or a refreshing escape into nature for runners of all abilities looking to explore the heart of the Lake District in a single loop.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.9 km loop in Grasmere, The Lake District National park, England with around 133 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?
Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 15 metres of climb per kilometre, 133 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 65% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (2)

RichardJun 2024
Shoe suggestion: Trail
KirstyJun 2024

Beautiful course on very runnable trails. Narrow paths by lake busy in the summer.

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