National Forest Way
Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Leicestershire, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 29.8 mi (48 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,139 ft (652 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 hr 40 min
- High point
- 791 ft (241 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Loudoun Memorial 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Bradgate House 23.4 mi (37.7 km) from start
- Peak: Old John North Top 24.3 mi (39.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Old John 24.3 mi (39.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 28.8 mi (46.4 km) from start
- Peak: Beacon Hill 28.8 mi (46.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 28.9 mi (46.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about National Forest Way
How long is National Forest Way?
National Forest Way is 29.8 mi (48 km) long. Most people take about 10 hr 40 min. It climbs 2,139 ft (652 m) in total, up to a high point of 791 ft (241 m).
How hard is National Forest Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for National Forest Way?
Parking at the far end, Fee, 12 spaces. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on National Forest Way?
Drinking water on the way at 23.3 mi (37.5 km). Toilets: 3.5 mi (5.7 km), 22.6 mi (36.4 km), 24.5 mi (39.4 km).
Is National Forest Way shaded?
Partly shaded (48% under trees).
What can you do on National Forest Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near National Forest Way?
The Peach House, 0.6 mi (1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for National Forest Way?
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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- The Tramway Trail Derbyshire · Moderate · 6.9 mi (11.2 km)
- Pink Walk Calke Park · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Purple Walk Derbyshire · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Blue Walk Calke Park · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Red Walk Calke Park · Easy · 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- Broadstone Holt Permissive Path Derbyshire · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap