Hadrian's Wall – Crag Lough loop from Brocolitia Fort

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Hadrian's Wall – Crag Lough loop from Brocolitia Fort

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Hadrian's Wall – Crag Lough loop from Brocolitia Fort

07:01

26.2km

310m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Tips

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Northumberland National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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289 m

Temple of Mithras at Brocolitia

Highlight • Historical Site

Dating back to the 3rd century, the ruins of Temple of Mithras are a fascinating remnant of Roman religion. Mithras was a god beloved of Roman soldiers; the remnants of …

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4.27 km

Turret 33B (Coesike)

Archaeological Site

5.97 km

Milecastle 35 (Sewingshields)

Archaeological Site

7.30 km

View of Hadrian's Wall Path

Highlight • Historical Site

Housesteads is the prime spot on Hadrian's Wall. The visitor centre is agood place to start a walk. The car park is automated with number plate recognition, so there is no avoiding the parking fee.

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8.08 km

Knag Burn Gateway

Highlight • Historical Site

The Knag Burn Gateway serves as an access point to the stunning landscapes of the Northumberland National Park. It's an ideal starting point for those looking to explore through the park.

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9.41 km

Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

A fantastic walk from the fort car park. Walking boots not required but do help!

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10.3 km

Crag Lough

Highlight • Viewpoint

crag lough is a beautifull view from
both directions. keep a look out for the swans having a swim

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10.8 km

The Graig Woodland Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

wasnt expecting to see woods after a long walk along hadrians wall, but a lovely wooded area

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13.2 km

Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

Steel Rigg is one of the most beautiful viewpoints along the high, central part of Hadrian's Wall.

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18.5 km

Housesteads Roman Fort and Hadrian's Wall

Highlight • Historical Site

Good footwear recommended, path varies from gravel, to mud and rock.

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26.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

7.33 km

6.61 km

1.46 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.2 km

7.54 km

6.51 km

607 m

395 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

Weather

Saturday 10 October

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Comments

June 14, 2022,Dag 4 Hadrian's Wall..

In the beginning big hills that were quite intense with a pack. Still reach my overnight place.
Tired but satisfied...

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Hadrian's Wall – Crag Lough loop from Brocolitia Fort

Temple of Mithras at Brocolitia

View of Hadrian's Wall Path

Knag Burn Gateway

Hadrian's Wall

Crag Lough

The Graig Woodland Path

Steel Rigg and Hadrian's Wall

Housesteads Roman Fort and Hadrian's Wall

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