The Lichway

Dartmoor National Park, England, United Kingdom

22.4 miles (36.0 km) · 1,997 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

The Lichway is a 22.4-mile loop route in Dartmoor National Park, England, United Kingdom, gaining 1,997 feet of elevation. The route follows a rolling elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 6 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 10.9 miles gaining 629 feet at an average 4.1% grade. Approximately 88% of the route is runnable at a steady effort. The route opens with flat terrain and finishes with a gradual descent.

Route facts

Distance	22.4 mi (36.0 km)
Elevation gain	1,997 ft (609 m)
Average gain	89 ft per mile (17 m per km)
Longest climb	14.2 mi, 504 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	23.8%
Runnable	88% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 1 descents
Profile shape	Rolling
Difficulty score	5 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	61%
Mild uphill	6%
Moderate uphill	7%
Steep uphill	3%
Mild downhill	8%
Moderate downhill	12%
Steep downhill	2%

Questions about The Lichway

How much elevation gain does The Lichway have?

The Lichway has 1,997 ft (609 m) of elevation gain over 22.4 miles (36.0 km). That averages 89 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is The Lichway?

The difficulty score for The Lichway is 5 of 100. That is harder than 43.1% of routes at a similar distance. About 88% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on The Lichway?

The longest climb on The Lichway runs 14.2 miles (22.9 km) and gains 504 ft (154 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 23.8%.