Dales Way — Stages 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere
~2 days · 25.1 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Dales Way — Stages 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere is known for
Stages 5–6 of Dales Way is an official 40 km point-to-point section from Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 656 ft to 2,260 ft over 25.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 9.3 mi · 37%
- Downhill 9.9 mi · 39%
- Flat 5.8 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 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Dales Way — Stages 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere 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 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere take?
Most backpackers hike the Dales Way — Stages 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 25.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Dales Way — Stages 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere?
The Dales Way — Stages 5–6: Sedbergh to Bowness-on-Windermere climbs roughly 2,100 ft total — about 84 ft per mile, topping out near 725 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.