6.3 miles
Distance
984 ft
Climb
-1,006 ft
Descent
1,393 ft
High Point
-23 ft
Altitude change
769 ft
Altitude min
1,087 ft
Altitude start
1,063 ft
Altitude end
-0.1%
Grade
-30%
Grade max
38.1%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
2,211 ft
Distance flat

10km route to follow, sticking mostly to well-surfaced forest roads, taking you to the best parts of the forest. With stunning vistas across the Lake District, it’s one not to be missed.

Detailed Description
Gorse Trail is a 6 mile moderately popular easy route located near Keswick. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction. This route includes 16 trails. This route climbs 984 ft with a max elevation of 1,393 ft then descends -1,006 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    6 miles
  • Avg time
    4 hr 18 min
  • Altitude min
    769 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,087 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,063 ft
  • Climb
    984 ft
  • Descent
    -1,006 ft
  • Grade
    -0.1%
  • Grade max
    -30%
  • Grade min
    38.1%
  • Distance climb
    3 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    2,211 ft

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