Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap
~3 days · 30 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap is known for
Stages 3–5 of Coast to Coast Walk is an official 53.9 km point-to-point section from Rosthwaite to Shap.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 981 ft to 8,136 ft over 30 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.7 mi · 46%
- Downhill 12.3 mi · 41%
- Flat 3.9 mi · 13%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap scores 27/100, 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 Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap take?
Most backpackers hike the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 30 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap?
The Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 3–5: Rosthwaite to Shap climbs roughly 7,657 ft total — about 255 ft per mile, topping out near 2,562 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.