Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend
~3 days · 40.5 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend is known for
Sections 4–6 of Cleveland Way is an official 67 km point-to-point section from Clay Bank to Sandsend.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 66 ft to 4,692 ft over 40.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 15.9 mi · 40%
- Downhill 21.6 mi · 54%
- Flat 2.6 mi · 7%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend scores 21/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend take?
Most backpackers hike the Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 40.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend?
The Cleveland Way — Sections 4–6: Clay Bank to Sandsend climbs roughly 6,519 ft total — about 161 ft per mile, topping out near 1,470 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.