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North East England

Kielder Dam – Kielder Water loop from Tarset

Bike touring routes & trails

North East England

Kielder Dam – Kielder Water loop from Tarset

Moderate

3

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Kielder Dam – Kielder Water loop from Tarset

02:30

25.6km

450m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Northumberland National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

193 m

Black Middens Bastle House

Highlight • Historical Site

The house, cottage, and grounds are owned by English Heritage, however it’s free to explore and parking available nearby.

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2

11.7 km

View of Kielder Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Some good views all around. Looking down approaching the reservoir

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3

13.1 km

Kielder Dam

Highlight • Structure

At the Kielder Dam spillway, three striking stones—known as the Waterstones—commemorate the reservoir's official opening by Queen Elizabeth II in May 1982. This understated art installation offers views of the …

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13.2 km

View from the dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

13.2 km

Kielder Water

Highlight • Trail

Kielder Water is the centrepiece of Kielder Forest and is the largest human-made lake in Northern Europe. The full lakeside trail is 26 miles (41.8 km) long and is accessible …

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6

13.7 km

Kielder Water Cycle Path

Highlight • Lake

This is a really nice scenic view of Kielder Water from the cycle path. If you are lucky to come here on a clear day, the views of the reservoir …

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7

19.7 km

Gravel Descent Through Forest

Highlight • Forest

Lovely surface ahead for descending on a gravel bike, the pay-off for a bit of a climbing. Strap in, hold on, remember to breathe.

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25.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.3 km

9.79 km

2.14 km

229 m

226 m

Surfaces

21.8 km

1.83 km

1.64 km

359 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

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Friday 10 July

21°C

13°C

21 %

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