Hackington, a region in Kent, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area features ancient woodlands, picturesque paths along the River Stour, and the gentle hills of the Kent Downs. This blend of natural features provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Hackington provides more than 10 routes across various outdoor sports. These routes cater to different activity levels, from leisurely walks to more…
106
Routes
4.6
(309)
Average rating
3345
People visited

4.8
(5)
60
riders
83.6km
05:00
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(10)
43
riders
40.3km
02:35
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(28)
182
riders
49.4km
03:03
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(74)
536
riders
21.1km
01:18
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(5)
55
riders
36.7km
01:47
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.7
(3)
25
riders
24.3km
01:00
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(4)
8
riders
74.2km
03:30
790m
790m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3
riders
81.2km
03:42
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.5
(6)
31
riders
45.7km
03:27
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
21
riders
41.1km
02:17
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
90.4km
06:32
1,130m
1,130m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(3)
16
riders
36.4km
02:09
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(15)
117
hikers
14.9km
03:53
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(14)
56
hikers
6.92km
01:45
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
68
hikers
3.74km
00:59
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

73
runners
14.2km
01:30
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

79
runners
4.66km
00:29
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
51
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.5
(4)
23
riders
34.4km
01:54
180m
180m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(8)
26
riders
39.6km
02:17
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(5)
24
riders
15.3km
00:49
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
9
riders
58.5km
03:44
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Hackington offers a diverse landscape suitable for various outdoor sports. Activities include Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 12 routes across these sports.
Hackington provides several hiking trails, including the Crab and Winkle Way, a 9.1-mile (14.6 km) route through woodlands. Other options include the 4.3-mile (6.9 km) George and Dragon – Fordwich Bridge loop along the River Stour. More hiking routes are available in the Hiking around Hackington guide.
Yes, Hackington offers road cycling routes that utilize the gentle hills of the Kent Downs and quiet roads like the Pilgrims Way. The region's terrain provides scenic options for road cyclists. Specific routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Hackington guide.
The Crab and Winkle Way is a notable traffic-free route suitable for touring cycling, connecting Canterbury with Whitstable. This route is approximately 9.1 miles (14.6 km) long. Additional touring routes are detailed in the Cycling around Hackington guide.
Hackington's ancient woodlands and varied landscapes offer paths suitable for mountain biking. While not explicitly detailed, unpaved paths within the region can be adapted for this sport. The MTB Trails around Hackington guide provides more information.
Hackington features easy routes suitable for families and beginners. Examples include the 2.5-mile (4.0 km) West Blean Woods Entrance loop and the 4.3-mile (6.9 km) George and Dragon – Fordwich Bridge loop. The Easy hikes around Hackington guide highlights accessible options.
Hackington is characterized by ancient woodlands, picturesque paths along the River Stour, and the gentle hills of the Kent Downs. These features contribute to a diverse and scenic outdoor environment. The proximity to Canterbury also adds a historical dimension to the natural exploration.
Hackington's routes are popular among outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 35,000 visitors having explored them. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars, based on over 2,800 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Hackington, including Road Cycling Routes around Hackington, Hiking around Hackington, and MTB Trails around Hackington. Guides for Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking are also available.
The Crab and Winkle Way offers a longer version for hiking or touring, extending to 12.9 miles (20.8 km) from Hackington to Whitstable Harbour. This route provides a more extended outdoor experience through varied terrain. Other routes vary in length, catering to different preferences.
Cycling terrain in Hackington includes gentle hills within the Kent Downs, quiet country roads, and traffic-free paths like the Crab and Winkle Way. This mix provides options for both challenging road rides and more relaxed touring or gravel biking experiences. Ancient woodlands also offer scenic routes.

