Dunmail Raise
A591Troutbeck Bridge to Keswick · England
Distance20.0mi · 32 km
Drive time38 minon the road
DifficultyModerate
LakesMountain
The classic central-Lakes road past Thirlmere between Grasmere and Keswick.
The A591 runs through the heart of the Lake District over Dunmail Raise, alongside Thirlmere and beneath Helvellyn between Windermere, Grasmere and Keswick. It is one of the busiest scenic roads in the country, so patience and care come first.
Where it runs
Troutbeck BridgeStart · England
KeswickEnd · United Kingdom
Character
Corners16bends
Tightness4of 10
Max gradient7%≈ 1-in-14
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb294 mtotal ascent
Summit235 mhighest point · 771 ft
SpringSummerAutumn
Elevation
196 m rangeKnow before you go
- Heavy tourist traffic
- Standing water after rain
- Cyclists
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