Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm
~2 days · 24.8 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm is known for
Sections 15–16 of Pennine Way is an official 43 km point-to-point section from Byrness to Kirk Yetholm.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,312 ft to 7,881 ft over 24.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.3 mi · 45%
- Downhill 9.9 mi · 40%
- Flat 3.7 mi · 15%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm scores 18/100, 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 Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm take?
Most backpackers hike the Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 24.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm?
The Pennine Way — Sections 15–16: Byrness to Kirk Yetholm climbs roughly 4,140 ft total — about 167 ft per mile, topping out near 2,418 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.