The Top 16 Mountain Passes around Above Derwent
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Above Derwent and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 1, 2025
Whinlatter Pass Climb from Braithwaite
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
One of the best climbs in the area. A steady climb on forest lined roads up to the Whinlatter vistor centre. A good challenge but not as murderous as Honister …
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Honister Pass Climb from Gatesgarth
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Imposing and consistently steep, with the hardest stretch near the top and a long stretch of rising road beforehand that will start to tax you before you even reach the climb proper
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Greenup Edge Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
The pass called Greenup Edge is the second one you pass on your coast to coast trip. I really enjoyed our break at the stream in its little valley.
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Mickledore Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
For mountain lovers, there are few more magical places in the Lake District than Mickledore, the pass between Scafell Pike and Scafell. It is an exciting ridge of rock backed …
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Sty Head Stretcher Box
Highlight • Trail
Sty Head is the apex of an ancient and wild trade route between Borrowdale and Wasdale, the Styhead Pass. Right in the mountainous heart of the Lake District, it separates …
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