Cycling
Road cyclists and mountain bikers are spoilt for choice in the Lake District National Park. There are country lanes, permitted cycleways and bridleways with some fantastic views!
For mountain bikers, Whinlatter Forest and Grizedale Forest (open in new window) are criss-crossed with routes ranging from those suitable for beginners to more challenging levels.
And if you want to go on a touring holiday, an increasing number of hotels and B and Bs are catering for those travelling light. Check out Go Lakes and Stay - Cumbria Tourism (opens in new window).
Need inspiration?
Our Great Walking and Cycling made easy routes give some ideas. There's also our Walking and cycling Keswick Railway Path leaflet (opens Document Library).
The Cumbria Cycling Map shows family-friendly traffic free routes,suggested rides on quieter roads, the National Cycle Network and the best areas for mountain biking including Forestry Commission woodlands. There are also details of bike shop and hire facilities, and cycle publications.
You can see a faster loading, low-quality version online at Cumbria Cycling Map (opens Document Library). The paper copy of the map costs £2 and can be ordered through Outdoor Adventure (opens in new window).
Shop online to help your National Park
From maps to books, all things Wainwright, outdoor equipment and GPS - our online shop has it all!
And we will receive at least 5 per cent of your order, to go towards keeping this spectacular corner of England special.
Useful links
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- Bike Hub
- Country Lanes Cycling Holidays
- CTC - the UK's National Cyclists' Organisation
- GPS Cycle Routes - Cumbria
- Grizedale Mountain Bikes
- Keswick Mountain Bikes
- RiverDeepMountainHigh - including guided off-road riding and outdoor activity trips
- Rough-Stuff Fellowship - the oldest off-road cycling touring club in the UK
- Spinnoff guided mountain biking
- Sustrans - co-ordinator of National Cycle Network
- The Bike List
- Wheelbase Cycling Shop in Staveley
Want even more visitor information?
Visit Golakes (opens in new window), the official website of the tourist board for The Lake District and Cumbria. Browse and book accommodation and attractions online and see what's on in the area.
