Ruthwaite Lodge is a climbing hut situated in Ruthwaite Cove towards the top of the Grisedale valley. It is just off the bridleway that runs between Grisedale Tarn and Patterdale, meaning that most Helvellyn range routes pass here.
Ruthwaite Lodge
Helvellyn (Sticks Pass and Grisedale Route)
Statistics
- Distance: 20km (12mi)
- Ascent: 1,077m (3,534ft)
- Effort: 3/5
- Technical: 4/5
- Scenery: 4/5
- Off-road: 91%
Summary
This is a technical and strenuous route taking you to the summit and back of England’s highest peak legally accessible by mountain bike, Helvellyn.
Although this shouldn't be attempted by the faint-hearted, the promise of 1,077m of descending offers enough motivation to make all the climbing worth it. This combined with the breathtaking views across the Lake District and as far as Scotland on a clear day should be enough to put Helvellyn firmly on any serious mountain biker's to-do list. So what are you waiting for?
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