Encircling Elter Water

Route Details

Distance:20.1 kilometres
Ascent:1,135 metres
Estimated Duration:6 hours 55 minutes How is estimated duration calculated?
Wainwrights Visited:3
Start & Finish:Elterwater  -  NY 3278 0475

This route is part of the Walk the Wainwrights in 45 Walks collection.

Route Map

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An interactive Ordnance Survey map showing the route, Encircling Elter Water

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Route Profile

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3 Wainwrights Visited

A list of the 3 Wainwrights visited
NameHeightRegion
Loughrigg Fell335 metres The Central Fells
Black Fell323 metres The Southern Fells
Lingmoor Fell470 metres The Southern Fells

Maps

Modern technology has made navigating in the Lake District fells much easier, however, it is imperative that you also carry a map and compass and know how to use them.

The following maps cover the full Encircling Elter Water route.

The following maps only show part of the Encircling Elter Water route. As such you will need to pair each map with another to provide full coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is estimated duration calculated?

Estimated duration is calculated using Naismith's rule, based on someone moving at a speed of 4 kilometres per hour whilst adding 1 minute for every 10 metres of ascent. Please be aware this calculation assumes you are continually moving and does NOT take into account any breaks.

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