The Ridgeway
Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 11.4 mi (18.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 896 ft (273 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 10 min
- High point
- 817 ft (249 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Pitstone Hill 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Peak: Aldbury Nowers 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Riddle of the Ruin 8.7 mi (14 km) from start
- Peak: Pavis Wood 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about The Ridgeway
How long is The Ridgeway?
The Ridgeway is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 10 min. It climbs 896 ft (273 m) in total, up to a high point of 817 ft (249 m).
How hard is The Ridgeway?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Ridgeway?
5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on The Ridgeway?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is The Ridgeway shaded?
Partly shaded (62% under trees).
What can you do on The Ridgeway?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near The Ridgeway?
Food, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: GRVL, 1.5 mi (2.4 km).
Is this a good week for The Ridgeway?
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 The Ridgeway
- Ashridge Boundary Trail North, Ashridge Estate Buckinghamshire · Moderate · 7.4 mi (11.9 km)
- Ashridge Boundary Trail North, Ashridge Estate Buckinghamshire · Hard · 12.6 mi (20.3 km)
- Bridgewater Monument to Pitstone Windmill Circular Walk, Pitstone Windmill Buckinghamshire · Easy · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- Wild Trail College Lake Nature Reserve · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Bridgewater Monument to Pitstone Windmill Circular Walk, Pitstone Windmill Buckinghamshire · Hard · 11.5 mi (18.5 km)
- Wildlife Walk, Ashridge Estate Buckinghamshire · Easy · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- Wildlife Walk, Ashridge Estate Buckinghamshire · Hard · 13.8 mi (22.1 km)
- Duncombe Terrace Buckinghamshire · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap