Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Scarth Gap Pass
Mountain biking
4.1
(9)
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April 18, 2017
Mountain biking
It's an arduous, technical and occasionally unrideable ascent, but the views from the top more than make up for your efforts!
July 11, 2021
Mountain biking
March 13, 2022
Mountain biking
Its a hard carry not a ride. The descent down other side is doable --if you are not already knackered
Would not recommend it
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The Scarth Gap Pass, Black Sail Pass and Seathwaite loop offers a challenging mountain biking experience in the Lake District. This difficult 17.4-mile (28.0 km) route takes around 4 hours and 10 minutes to complete, with a significant elevation gain of 4728 feet (1441 metres). You will navigate diverse terrain, including technical singletrack and bouldery descents, with spectacular views of towering peaks from Scarth Gap Pass and vistas into Ennerdale and Mosedale from Black Sail Pass.
Prepare for a demanding ride; this loop requires very good fitness and advanced skills, with sections that will necessitate pushing your bike. The ascent of Scarth Gap Pass is arduous and technical, often unrideable, and Black Sail Pass involves a hard, steep slog to climb. While much of the trail is rideable, expect hike-a-bike sections, even if you are using an e-bike. The route is highly rated by the Komoot community, so you can expect a rewarding adventure.
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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Distance 824 m
Uphill 160 m
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