Kennet and Avon Canal Trail
Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Wiltshire, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 40.9 mi (65.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 512 ft (156 m)
- Est. Time
- 13 hr 25 min
- High point
- 509 ft (155 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Avoncliff Aqueduct 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Willow Maze 3.4 mi (5.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Tithe Barn 4 mi (6.4 km) from start
- Picnic area 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from start
- Picnic area: Bowerhill Community Picnic Area 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Caen Hill Flight of Locks 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from start
- Campsite 24.2 mi (39 km) from start
- Attraction: Crop Circle Visitor Centre & Exhibition 24.5 mi (39.4 km) from start
- Historic site: God's Waiting Room 26 mi (41.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Wilcot War Memorial 27.3 mi (43.9 km) from start
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Questions about Kennet and Avon Canal Trail
How long is Kennet and Avon Canal Trail?
Kennet and Avon Canal Trail is 40.9 mi (65.9 km) long. Most people take about 13 hr 25 min. It climbs 512 ft (156 m) in total, up to a high point of 509 ft (155 m).
How hard is Kennet and Avon Canal Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kennet and Avon Canal Trail?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Kennet and Avon Canal Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 2.8 mi (4.4 km), 4.2 mi (6.8 km), 11.7 mi (18.8 km), 12.9 mi (20.7 km). Toilets: 4.2 mi (6.8 km), 5.1 mi (8.3 km).
Is Kennet and Avon Canal Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (44% under trees).
What can you do on Kennet and Avon Canal Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Kennet and Avon Canal Trail?
Hop Pole Inn, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Shop, 1.4 mi (2.2 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Kennet and Avon Canal Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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