{
  "name": "Whinlatter Pass",
  "slug": "whinlatter-pass-b5292",
  "url": "https://www.bestdrivingroads.com/roads/whinlatter-pass-b5292/",
  "summary": "Forested B-road pass between Braithwaite and Lorton with views over Bassenthwaite.",
  "roadNumbers": [
    "B5292"
  ],
  "location": {
    "country": "United Kingdom",
    "region": "Cumbria / Lake District",
    "start": {
      "name": "Braithwaite",
      "lat": 54.602283,
      "lon": -3.189143
    },
    "end": {
      "name": "High Lorton",
      "lat": 54.633364,
      "lon": -3.31916
    }
  },
  "measurements": {
    "lengthMiles": 6.6,
    "lengthKm": 10.6,
    "driveMinutes": 13,
    "corners": 18,
    "hairpins": 0,
    "maxGradientPercent": 15,
    "summitMetres": 353.4,
    "elevationConfidence": "measured",
    "difficulty": "moderate",
    "tightnessOutOf10": 5
  },
  "timing": {
    "bestSeasons": [
      "spring",
      "summer",
      "autumn"
    ]
  },
  "conditions": {},
  "hazards": [
    "Narrow tree-lined sections",
    "Cyclists near visitor centre",
    "Low sun glare",
    "Gradients around 15 percent"
  ],
  "scenery": [
    "forest",
    "mountain",
    "lakes"
  ],
  "pointsOfInterest": [
    "Whinlatter Pass",
    "Braithwaite How"
  ],
  "geometry": {
    "pointCount": 70
  },
  "attribution": {
    "source": "Routes - bestdrivingroads.com",
    "citation": "Cite with a link to the road page. Stats are measured from the mapped line, not copied from other lists; where elevationConfidence is \"approximate\" the 30 m DEM cannot resolve that line and the elevation figures are indicative.",
    "roadGeometry": "(c) OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL",
    "terms": "Facts are free to cite with attribution; bulk reproduction of the catalogue requires permission (simon@keane.studio)."
  },
  "updated": "2026-07-25"
}