7.2km
Total Distance
460m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

Kinder Scout is the highest point in the Peak District and the scene of the famous 1932 mass trespass. The route from Edale climbs Grindsbrook or Jacob's Ladder onto the wild peat plateau near Kinder Downfall. Bleak, atmospheric moorland with far-reaching views.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Shelter
    at the start
Bus stop
Railway Station · 136m from the start
Parking
42m from the start
Surface
natural ground 44%, paved 38%, gravel 16%
Marked route
Kinder Scout Circular Walk, High Peak

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Difficulty

4/5 · Difficult
  • Experience with long mountain hikes