North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover landscape

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North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover

~2 days · 23.3 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance23.3 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain2,785 ft
Gain / mile120 ft
High point600 ft
Difficulty index13/100

What the North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover is known for

Sections 14–15 of North Downs Way is an official 37.9 km point-to-point section from Wye to Dover.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 98 ft to 1,959 ft over 23.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 7.5 mi · 32%
  • Downhill 10.4 mi · 44%
  • Flat 5.5 mi · 24%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

How hard is the North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover?

13 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover scores 13/100, 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 North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover take?

Most backpackers hike the North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 23.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover?

The North Downs Way — Sections 14–15: Wye to Dover climbs roughly 2,785 ft total — about 120 ft per mile, topping out near 600 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.

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