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St John'S Castlerigg And Wythburn

Thirlmere Balcony Road – Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir loop from St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

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St John'S Castlerigg And Wythburn

Thirlmere Balcony Road – Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir loop from St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

Easy

5.0

(6)

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Thirlmere Balcony Road – Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir loop from St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

01:12

17.1km

240m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 22, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Lake District National Park

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Start point

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4.41 km

Waterfall Near Thirlmere, Lake District National Park

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4.42 km

View of Thirlmere Reservoir

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8.96 km

Thirlmere Reservoir

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Thirlmere is a quiet picturesque location off the beaten track. From this car park there are lovely walks along the shore of the lake. Even if you just drive along …

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10.2 km

Thirlmere Balcony Road

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A beautiful quiet alternative to the busy A-road on the opposite side of the reservoir. Runs to the west of Thirlmere.

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10.9 km

Hawes How Island

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This is a little hidden gem on a wonderful lake. Away from the normal business of the Lakes, this island is great to explore.(The location beacon should be on the …

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12.9 km

Thirlmere Balcony Road

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the road on the eastern side of thirlmere is closed and may remain closed . a decision is expected in early 2024. so forget this ride

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15.0 km

Thirlmere Reservoir Dam Road

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Nice road but currently (04/22) the road to the western side of the reservoir is closed due to storm damage.

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15.1 km

Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Over a century ago, a large dam at the valley's northern end submerged two small lakes and a hamlet, forming Thirlmere Reservoir - a stunning spot for cycling.

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17.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.93 km

5.54 km

1.24 km

727 m

549 m

Surfaces

6.16 km

4.60 km

2.34 km

787 m

763 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

15°C

11°C

90 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Thirlmere Balcony Road – Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir loop from St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn

Waterfall Near Thirlmere, Lake District National Park

View of Thirlmere Reservoir

Thirlmere Reservoir

Thirlmere Balcony Road

Hawes How Island

Thirlmere Balcony Road

Thirlmere Reservoir Dam Road

Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir

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