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East of Bowness — 5.5 km Running Route

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East of Bowness is a 5.5 km (3.4 miles) loop in South Lakeland, England: gently rolling, with 69 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Lake District National Park
69 mAscent
Paved20%Paved
2/5Hilly
East of Bowness running route
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Location: South Lakeland, England

Discover the tranquil beauty of South Lakeland with this 5.5 km run, starting from the top of Brantfell Road. This route seamlessly follows the Dales Way for 3km, offering a peaceful, predominantly paved journey through the stunning Cumbrian landscape. With gentle undulations and a modest 69m ascent, it's a wonderfully accessible way to experience the region.

This route is ideal for those seeking a convenient training run without venturing too far off-road. Its paved surface and relatively flat profile make it perfect for a steady jog or a leisurely exploration, offering a quiet escape with picturesque Lakeland scenery as your backdrop before looping back towards the bustling charm of Bowness.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.5 km loop in South Lakeland, England with around 69 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 13 metres of climb per kilometre, 69 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 80% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.5 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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