Latrigg loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park
Latrigg loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park
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Latrigg loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park
02:26
8.03km
260m
Hiking
The Latrigg loop from Keswick offers a moderate hike of 5.0 miles (8.0 km) with an elevation gain of 845 feet (258 metres), typically taking about 2 hours and 26 minutes to complete. As you hike, you will follow parts of an old railway line path, then ascend through well-surfaced bridleways in woodlands before reaching open fellside. From the summit, you can enjoy wide views over Keswick town, Derwentwater, and the Borrowdale Valley, with the fells of Skiddaw and Catbells visible in the distance. While some sections can be steep for about 500 meters during the ascent, and parts of the descent might be muddy, the paths are largely well-maintained.
This trail is generally considered easy to moderate, making it a good choice for beginners and families. If you prefer a shorter walk or have limited mobility, you can drive to the Gale Road car park, which offers a more accessible path to a viewpoint. This option significantly shortens the route, with only about 80 metres of ascent to the summit from the car park. The full circular walk begins directly from Keswick town centre, providing a convenient starting point for your adventure.
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Last updated: April 23, 2026
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Start point
Parking
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4.41 km
View of Derwent Water and Keswick from the summit of Latrigg
Highlight • Viewpoint
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7.84 km
Keswick Town Centre
Highlight • Settlement
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8.03 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.50 km
2.39 km
1.78 km
729 m
468 m
169 m
Surfaces
4.38 km
2.56 km
866 m
212 m
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Elevation
Highest point (340 m)
Lowest point (90 m)
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The style is not very secure and nearly caused an injury to our dog. Then again, the route sent us off track down a slippy slope that …
The time had arrived tho and I had to be ready.
I won’t lie, I wasn’t entirely following along of the plans for the weekend or the hikes so had no clue on the plan at all.
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