Experience the rugged beauty of gravel biking with our curated list of gravel rides around Rydal Water. Whether you're looking for challenging climbs or scenic trails, here are some of the best gravel bike routes around Rydal Water.

Last updated: November 18, 2025

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1. View of Loughrigg Tarn – Rydal Water loop from Grasmere

19.1km

01:40

400m

Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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2. View of Lake Windermere – Wray Castle loop from Skelwith Bridge

24.3km

02:01

300m

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hawkshead to Wray Lanes – Wray Castle loop from Ambleside

19.5km

01:30

220m

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. View of the Langdales – Wray Castle loop from Skelwith Bridge

32.2km

02:46

560m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Claife Forest Entrance – Wray Castle loop from Waterhead

17.4km

01:35

310m

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best gravel rides around Rydal Water

1. View of Loughrigg Tarn – Rydal Water loop from Grasmere

2. View of Lake Windermere – Wray Castle loop from Skelwith Bridge

3. Hawkshead to Wray Lanes – Wray Castle loop from Ambleside

4. View of the Langdales – Wray Castle loop from Skelwith Bridge

5. Claife Forest Entrance – Wray Castle loop from Waterhead

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