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

Last updated: November 24, 2025

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1. Coniston, Great Langdale & Windermere loop — Lake District National Park

61.9km

05:03

900m

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

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2. Windermere Ferry – View of Lake Windermere loop from Windermere

40.5km

03:13

620m

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

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3. View of Lake Windermere – Wray Castle loop from Far Sawrey

21.4km

01:50

240m

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

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4. Windermere Ferry – View of Lake Windermere loop from Bowness-on-Windermere

15.7km

01:19

140m

130m

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Wray Castle – View of Lake Windermere loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

57.6km

05:05

1,010m

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

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The best gravel rides around Windermere

1. Coniston, Great Langdale & Windermere loop — Lake District National Park

2. Windermere Ferry – View of Lake Windermere loop from Windermere

3. View of Lake Windermere – Wray Castle loop from Far Sawrey

4. Windermere Ferry – View of Lake Windermere loop from Bowness-on-Windermere

5. Wray Castle – View of Lake Windermere loop from Staveley-in-Cartmel

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