The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington
~2 days · 29.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington is known for
Sections 3–4 of The Ridgeway is an official 51.5 km point-to-point section from Wantage to Watlington.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 463 ft to 2,411 ft over 29.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.5 mi · 22%
- Downhill 10.4 mi · 35%
- Flat 13.0 mi · 44%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington scores 9/100, 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 The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington take?
Most backpackers hike the The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington 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 The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington?
The The Ridgeway — Sections 3–4: Wantage to Watlington climbs roughly 1,621 ft total — about 54 ft per mile, topping out near 748 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.