Peak Forest Canal
Stockport, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Stockport, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 3.3 mi (5.4 km)
- Est. Time
- 20 min
- High point
- 525 ft (160 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Marpleridge 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Peak Forest Canal
How long is Peak Forest Canal?
Peak Forest Canal is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) long. Most people take about 20 min.
How hard is Peak Forest Canal?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Peak Forest Canal?
2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Peak Forest Canal?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. No toilets mapped.
Is Peak Forest Canal shaded?
Partly shaded (61% under trees).
What can you do on Peak Forest Canal?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Peak Forest Canal?
Ring o'Bells, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op, 0.4 mi (0.7 km).
Is this a good week for Peak Forest Canal?
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.
Trails near Peak Forest Canal
- Peak Forest Canal towpath - part Marple to Disley Stockport · Easy · 3.4 mi (5.4 km)
- GM Ringway Stage 6 Stockport · Hard · 11.7 mi (18.9 km)
- GM Ringway Stage 7 Tameside · Expert · 17.7 mi (28.5 km)
- Cown Edge Way Stockport · Hard · 8.9 mi (14.3 km)
- Strawberry Hill Stockport · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Peak Forest Canal Cheshire East · Easy · 4.8 mi (7.7 km)
- Peak Forest Canal towpath - part Marple to Disley Stockport · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Holly Trail Stockport · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap