The Steel Cotton Rail Trail
Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Derbyshire, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10 mi (16 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 256 ft (78 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 20 min
- High point
- 679 ft (207 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Stan Brewster 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Drinking water: Bugsworth Basin Water Point 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from start
- Attraction: Bugsworth Canal Basin 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from start
- Shelter 9 mi (14.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about The Steel Cotton Rail Trail
How long is The Steel Cotton Rail Trail?
The Steel Cotton Rail Trail is 10 mi (16 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 20 min. It climbs 256 ft (78 m) in total, up to a high point of 679 ft (207 m).
How hard is The Steel Cotton Rail Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Steel Cotton Rail Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee. 11 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on The Steel Cotton Rail Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 6.1 mi (9.8 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 9.4 mi (15.1 km).
Is The Steel Cotton Rail Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (71% under trees).
What can you do on The Steel Cotton Rail Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near The Steel Cotton Rail Trail?
Torr Vale Tap, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Sett Valley Cycles, 0.2 mi (0.3 km).
Is this a good week for The Steel Cotton Rail 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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- Hague Fold Stockport · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Goyt Way Mousley Bottom · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- Greenshall Lane Cheshire East · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- Peak Forest Canal Derbyshire · Easy · 6.8 mi (10.9 km)
- Lower Greenshall Lane Cheshire East · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Primrose Lane Stockport · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap