Kinder Low Trig Point – Kinder Reservoir loop from Kinder Scout

Hiking trails & Routes

Kinder Low Trig Point – Kinder Reservoir loop from Kinder Scout

Hard

4.8

(17)

114

hikers

Kinder Low Trig Point – Kinder Reservoir loop from Kinder Scout

07:12

23.2km

810m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Get Directions

1.04 km

Start of Jacob's Ladder Trail

Highlight • Trail

The sign was welcome but the challenge ahead was unknown. In favourable weather this is a great path to use but I guess a real challenge in winter.

Tip by

6.26 km

Edale Village

Highlight • Parking

Edale is a beautiful village set at the base of Kinder Scout. It’s a great start point for walks in the local area, including the classic Mam Tor and the …

Tip by

6.34 km

Pennine Way in Peak District National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Great to be walking part of the Pennine way towards Jacobs Ladder

Tip by

10.3 km

Stone Bridge at Jacob's Ladder, River Noe

Highlight • Bridge

Scenic spot before the last stretch back to Edale. Nice place for a paddle also!

Tip by

10.3 km

Jacob's Ladder (Peak District National Park)

Highlight • Climb

The steep stone staircase of Jacob’s Ladder brings you to the summit of Kinder Low. This iconic section of the Pennine Way is a delight to hike and rewards you with magnificent views.

Tip by

12.2 km

Kinder Low Trig Point

Highlight • Summit

Kinder Low trig is found on the plateau of Kinder Scout. This spot is very popular with hikers as it boasts wonderful views and is visited by many iconic trails, …

Tip by

12.8 km

Kinder Scout National Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

14.3 km

Kinder Downfall

Highlight • Natural Monument

Kinder Downfall is the highest waterfall in the Peak District and is unusual in that during periods of strong wind it can be blown upwards! On a clear day it's …

Tip by

17.9 km

Kinder Reservoir is a striking stretch of water tucked beneath the wild expanse of Kinder Scout. Built between 1903-1911, the reservoir is fed by the River Kinder and by the stream flowing down William Clough valley.

Tip by

18.8 km

Kinder Bank

Forest

23.2 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.1 km

8.77 km

2.34 km

1.13 km

911 m

Surfaces

9.70 km

7.26 km

3.26 km

2.62 km

412 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.

Highest point (630 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

Monday 5 October

18°C

10°C

67 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 3.0 km/h

to get more detailed weather forecasts along your route

Comments

August 9, 2022,Edale loop around Edale Rocks, Kinder Low, Kinder Downfall and Jacobs Ladder

An absolute dream of a day. 👌 Beaut heathery landscapes, great trails, big rocks + big views! And obviously helped that the weather was on our side. ☀️