Old Coach Road (Dockray–Threlkeld)
Old Coach Road (Dockray–Threlkeld)
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Old Coach Road (Dockray–Threlkeld)
Cycling
3.9
(7)
Hiking
5.0
(1)
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Tips
November 24, 2023
Cycling
It's a fantastic off-road link which is part of NCN 71.
It's mainly excellent gravel but there are some tough rocky sections too. The views make it worth it, even if you have to get off and push.
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Details
Informations
Distance 5.75 km
Uphill 80 m
Downhill 130 m
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