Looking for the best cycling routes around Skelwith? On this page, we bring you the best bike rides around Skelwith so you can just get out and go. All you’ve got to do is choose your route!

Last updated: October 26, 2025

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1. Rydal to Ambleside Quiet Road – View of Grasmere loop from Waterhead

21.4km

01:41

300m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Coniston – View of Coniston Water loop from Waterhead

44.6km

03:45

750m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Elterwater Cycle Path loop from Waterhead

36.3km

02:47

540m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. River Rothay Weir – View of Grasmere loop from Waterhead

19.9km

01:34

290m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of Little Langdale – Wrynose Pass loop from Little Langdale

12.2km

01:00

370m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Skelwith

1. Rydal to Ambleside Quiet Road – View of Grasmere loop from Waterhead

2. View of Coniston – View of Coniston Water loop from Waterhead

3. Elterwater Cycle Paths – Elterwater Cycle Path loop from Waterhead

4. River Rothay Weir – View of Grasmere loop from Waterhead

5. View of Little Langdale – Wrynose Pass loop from Little Langdale

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