Silurian Way
The English Lake District, Cumbria, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in The English Lake District, Cumbria, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12 mi (19.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,657 ft (505 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 45 min
- High point
- 768 ft (234 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Brock Crag 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from start
- Shelter 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Grizedale Forest Visitors Centre 12 mi (19.3 km) from start
- Picnic area 12 mi (19.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Go Ape 12 mi (19.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Silurian Way
How long is Silurian Way?
Silurian Way is 12 mi (19.4 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,657 ft (505 m) in total, up to a high point of 768 ft (234 m).
How hard is Silurian Way?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Silurian Way?
7 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Silurian Way?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: 11.9 mi (19.1 km), 12 mi (19.4 km).
Is Silurian Way shaded?
Mostly shaded (89% under trees).
What can you do on Silurian Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Silurian Way?
The Eagles Head, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from the start. 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Silurian 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.
Trails near Silurian Way
- High Bowkerstead Trail (Long) The English Lake District · Hard · 5.3 mi (8.6 km)
- Moor Lane The English Lake District · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Bogle Crag Trail (long) The English Lake District · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.6 km)
- Bogle Crag Trail (short) The English Lake District · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Grizedale Tarn Trail The English Lake District · Easy · 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
- Grizedale Tarn Trail The English Lake District · Moderate · 5.7 mi (9.2 km)
- Hawkshead Moor Trail The English Lake District · Moderate · 9.5 mi (15.3 km)
- Carron Crag Trail The English Lake District · Moderate · 4.8 mi (7.8 km)
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