Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney landscape

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Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney

~2 days · 21.8 mi · easy · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance21.8 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain0 ft
Gain / mile0 ft
High point39 ft
Difficulty index3/100

What the Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney is known for

Sections 12–13 of Thames Path is an official 36 km point-to-point section from Shepperton to Putney.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 23 ft to 128 ft over 21.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 0.2 mi · 1%
  • Downhill 0.4 mi · 2%
  • Flat 21.2 mi · 97%

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

How hard is the Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney?

3 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney scores 3/100, 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 Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney take?

Most backpackers hike the Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 21.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney?

The Thames Path — Sections 12–13: Shepperton to Putney climbs roughly 0 ft total — about 0 ft per mile, topping out near 39 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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