Great Dun Fell from Knock

Route overview

Suitable for riders seeking a short but steep climb with significant gradients.

A 4.6 km point-to-point climb from Knock to Great Dun Fell in the UK with 420 m elevation gain.

Starting at 415 m in Knock, the route ascends steadily over 4.6 km to reach 835 m at Great Dun Fell. The climb averages 9.1% gradient, with a maximum of 15.4%. The profile includes very steep sections, with 4 km above 5%, 2.6 km over 8%, and 1.8 km over 10%. About 74% of the elevation gain occurs in the first half of the climb. The surface is mostly paved (96%) with a very small section of gravel or unpaved road (2%) and some unmapped (2%). The entire route lies on a quiet street. There are no cafés, shops, water, toilets, bike shops, petrol stations, or bailout points along the route. The route ends near the peak of Great Dun Fell (847.3 m), which lies 107 m off the road at the finish point.

Highlights

• Great Dun Fell peak at 835 m
• Steep gradients up to 15.4%
• Mostly paved route on quiet streets
• 4.6 km continuous climb from Knock

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

20 min

Best months

Jul to Aug — daily highs of 16–17 °C in those months

Know before you go

• No café, shop or water for 4.6 km
• 2 km gravel or unpaved section
• Steep sustained gradients up to 15.4%

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.