Sight of the dambusters practice missions. The routes around all three reservoirs are ideal for active families or the less fit/ambitious biker. stunning scenery. When you reach the very northern point there is a bridge. Either go over this and return on the other side of the reservoirs or ride through the river into Narnia 😜

Ryan Walker

February 2, 2019

Mountain biking

This is a good place to start if you're new to the peaks, if you get lost just head back to the water

Dave Francis

February 2, 2020

Mountain biking

Beautiful reservoir in the derwent valley.

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Best Mountain Biking Routes to Derwent Reservoir

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1. From Glossop to Woodhead & Derwent Reservoir loop — Peak District National Park

59.6km

05:05

1,180m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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2. Derwent Reservoir – Howden Dam loop from Edale

25.7km

01:42

290m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Howden Dam – Derwent Reservoir loop from Edale

39.9km

03:42

900m

910m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Elevation 310 m

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Location: Derwent, High Peak, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Derwent Reservoir

1. From Glossop to Woodhead & Derwent Reservoir loop — Peak District National Park

2. Derwent Reservoir – Howden Dam loop from Edale

3. Howden Dam – Derwent Reservoir loop from Edale

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