The Ridgeway — Sections 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon
~2 days · 28.6 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the The Ridgeway — Sections 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon is known for
Sections 5–6 of The Ridgeway is an official 44.8 km point-to-point section from Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,227 ft to 2,756 ft over 28.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.8 mi · 41%
- Downhill 8.5 mi · 30%
- Flat 8.4 mi · 29%
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 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the The Ridgeway — Sections 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon 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 The Ridgeway — Sections 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon take?
Most backpackers hike the The Ridgeway — Sections 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 28.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the The Ridgeway — Sections 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon?
The The Ridgeway — Sections 5–6: Watlington to Ivinghoe Beacon climbs roughly 2,746 ft total — about 96 ft per mile, topping out near 853 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.