Comb Beck Trail
A short outing of about 3.7 km through the Lake District, with the main interest in fells, lakes, stone walls, valleys and village paths.
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Time
- 1 h 43 min
- Elevation gain
- 212 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- One-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
The route is a loop itinerary of about 3.7 km in the Lake District. The elevation range is roughly 249-361 m. The main reference points are Keswick, Ambleside, Ullswater, which help with orientation at the start, along the route and near the finish.
The short distance leaves time for slow walking, viewpoints and photos, but footwear and weather still matter after rain or snow.
Route suitability
Without a car
Hard
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Use trains to Windermere, Penrith or Oxenholme and continue by bus or ferry to the relevant village or lakeshore stop.
By car
Drive to the village, lake car park or fell access point. Narrow roads are common.
Parking
Use official paid car parks in villages, lake areas and trailheads. Avoid blocking farm tracks.
What to expect
Comb Beck Trail
Keswick
Ambleside
Ullswater
fells
Difficult sections and safety
Near the water, wind and wet shore sections can slow the route. After rain, stones, roots and sand become more tiring than the distance suggests.
How much time to allow
Short walk
1-2 h
With stops and photos
2-3 h
Best time to go
The best window around Keswick is usually late spring to early autumn
In the mountains, weather can change within an hour
In shoulder seasons, check snow, storms and local restrictions
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
Route markers
0
Elevation profile
There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.
Surface
Gravel 100%
Surface is defined for 1.02 km of 3.68 km.
Gravel
100% · 1.02 km
Route photos
8 photos
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Use trains to Windermere, Penrith or Oxenholme and continue by bus or ferry to the relevant village or lakeshore stop
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
Can I download GPX and KML?
Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 3.7 km, moderate.
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