With so many potential routes for a bike ride around Grasmere, it’s tough to know where to start. That’s why we’ve collected our best routes for you; to help you easily experience the best of this lake. So, what are you waiting for? Scroll down to find your perfect cycle route around Grasmere.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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1. Glenridding and Ambleside loop from Grasmere - Lake District National Park

59.2km

04:41

1,150m

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2. Elterwater Cycle Path – Elterwater Cycle Paths loop from Grasmere

37.7km

03:16

850m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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3. Coniston Cycleways – Elterwater Cycle Paths loop from Grasmere

39.2km

02:51

650m

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4. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Coniston Cycleways loop from Grasmere

36.9km

03:03

770m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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5. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Blea Tarn Climb loop from Grasmere

35.5km

02:29

570m

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The best cycling routes around Grasmere

1. Glenridding and Ambleside loop from Grasmere - Lake District National Park

2. Elterwater Cycle Path – Elterwater Cycle Paths loop from Grasmere

3. Coniston Cycleways – Elterwater Cycle Paths loop from Grasmere

4. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Coniston Cycleways loop from Grasmere

5. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Blea Tarn Climb loop from Grasmere

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