The Woolpacks rock formations – Kinder Low Trig Point loop from Edale

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The Woolpacks rock formations – Kinder Low Trig Point loop from Edale

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The Woolpacks rock formations – Kinder Low Trig Point loop from Edale

07:29

24.0km

820m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 2.85 km for 252 m

After 3.16 km for 155 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

715 m

Edale Village

Highlight • Parking

A great starting point with plenty of parking if you get there early

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5.15 km

The Woolpacks rock formations

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Woolpacks area is great to explore, tricky in bad visibility and the peat bogs can be perilous, Excellent!!

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6.45 km

Kinder Low Trig Point

Highlight • Summit

Kinder Low trig is found on the plateau of Kinder Scout. This spot is very popular with hikers as it boasts wonderful views and is visited by many iconic trails, …

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7.10 km

Kinder Scout National Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

8.59 km

Kinder Downfall

Highlight • Natural Monument

Kinder Downfall is the highest waterfall in the Peak District and is unusual in that during periods of strong wind it can be blown upwards! On a clear day it's …

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12.8 km

From here, on the lower slopes of The Knott, you have super nice uninterrupted views south-west of Kinder Reservoir, and to the east, the looming, barren bulk of Kinder Scout itself rises up from the shores of the waters edge.

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19.2 km

Jacob's Ladder (Peak District National Park)

Highlight • Climb

The steep stone staircase of Jacob’s Ladder brings you to the summit of Kinder Low. This iconic section of the Pennine Way is a delight to hike and rewards you with magnificent views.

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19.2 km

Start of Jacob's Ladder Trail

Highlight • Trail

The sign was welcome but the challenge ahead was unknown. In favourable weather this is a great path to use but I guess a real challenge in winter.

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19.2 km

Stone Bridge at Jacob's Ladder, River Noe

Highlight • Bridge

Scenic spot before the last stretch back to Edale. Nice place for a paddle also!

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24.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.12 km

8.72 km

3.24 km

1.44 km

832 m

642 m

Surfaces

11.4 km

4.47 km

2.69 km

2.42 km

2.17 km

788 m

Elevation

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Highest point (630 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

Weather

Tuesday 20 October

8°C

4°C

95 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 39.0 km/h

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Comments

August 9, 2022,Edale loop around Edale Rocks, Kinder Low, Kinder Downfall and Jacobs Ladder

An absolute dream of a day. 👌 Beaut heathery landscapes, great trails, big rocks + big views! And obviously helped that the weather was on our side. ☀️