Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh
~2 days · 29.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh is known for
Stages 3–4 of Dales Way is an official 42 km point-to-point section from Buckden to Sedbergh.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,194 ft to 5,564 ft over 29.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.0 mi · 41%
- Downhill 10.8 mi · 37%
- Flat 6.7 mi · 23%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh scores 11/100, 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 Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh take?
Most backpackers hike the Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 29.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh?
The Dales Way — Stages 3–4: Buckden to Sedbergh climbs roughly 2,300 ft total — about 77 ft per mile, topping out near 1,713 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.