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View of Derwent Water – Catbells Summit loop from Grange

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North West England

View of Derwent Water – Catbells Summit loop from Grange

Hard

105

runners

View of Derwent Water – Catbells Summit loop from Grange

01:05

6.57km

400m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

797 m

Gravel Climb to Derwentwater View

Highlight • Lake

easy well graded surface, do it during quieter hours though as very popular

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2

1.46 km

View of Derwent Water

Highlight • Lake

We did the hike during winter - going up was a little bit difficult due to iced paths, but doable in good hiking shoes.the views are amazing!

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3

3.75 km

Skelgill Bank

Highlight • Summit

After the steep ascent up from Hawes End, many first time visitors to Catbells initially mistake Skelgill Bank to be the main summit. However, upon reaching the crest, they are …

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4

4.54 km

View of Derwentwater from Cat Bells

Highlight • Lake

5

4.55 km

Catbells Summit

Highlight • Summit

The hike along Catbells is extremely popular — and for good reason. The walk is absolutely classic; fun terrain, spectacular views, lots of places to stop for picnics. In high …

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6

5.29 km

View of Derwentwater from Cat Bells

Highlight • Summit

B

6.57 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.41 km

753 m

339 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.54 km

2.40 km

392 m

139 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 14 October

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8°C

91 %

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