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Elterwater Cycling Routes – Blea Tarn loop from Beckfoot

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Elterwater Cycling Routes – Blea Tarn loop from Beckfoot

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Elterwater Cycling Routes – Blea Tarn loop from Beckfoot

04:28

59.8km

1,360m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.38 km

Milkingstead Wood

Forest

26.6 km

Wrynose Pass

Mountain Pass

26.8 km

Wrynose Pass

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Although it's often overlooked due to Hardknott Pass to the west, Wrynose Pass is spectacular. The views going down the road are more impressive than going up, so set some time aside to enjoy them.

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29.4 km

View of Little Langdale

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A classic Lake District view in Little Langdale.

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32.8 km

Elterwater Scenic Road

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This is a fantastic road for cycling on leading north up to Elterwater. It's characterised by low stone walls on either side of the road and mountainous views to the …

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34.6 km

Elterwater Cycling Routes

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In Elterwater and its surroundings, it is good for cycling. There are cycle routes through the village, including to Ambleside and Coniston.

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37.2 km

Langdale Valley Scenic Route

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Fabulous sweeping, smooth tarmac through the Langdale Valley with views to die for!

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39.1 km

Greenhowe Caravan Park

Forest

42.3 km

Blea Tarn to Great Langdale Descent

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One of the best views in the Lakes. A terrible surface down though. Take care.

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43.5 km

Blea Tarn

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Blea Tarn, a small mountain lake in a valley between Little Langdale and Great Langdale, offers a wide variety of photographic opportunities.

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52.0 km

Hardknot Pass Viewpoint

Viewpoint

53.0 km

Hardknott Pass Summit

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It is possible, just, to climb hardknott pass with bike packing gear. Put the weight forward to stop yourself falling back or sideways (which happened to half the group!). Lots …

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59.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

58.9 km

729 m

152 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.5 km

5.39 km

880 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (390 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Sunday 12 July

23°C

11°C

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Elterwater Cycling Routes – Blea Tarn loop from Beckfoot

Wrynose Pass

View of Little Langdale

Elterwater Scenic Road

Elterwater Cycling Routes

Langdale Valley Scenic Route

Blea Tarn to Great Langdale Descent

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Hardknott Pass Summit

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