About this road
The highest road pass in the Lake District at 454 metres, a long open climb on the A592 between Ambleside and Ullswater, passing the Kirkstone Pass Inn, one of the highest pubs in England.
Ride notes
- Long, exposed climb
- Busy with tourist traffic in summer
- Can close in snow
Green lanes near this road
3 named lanes open to motorcycles* within 5 km, about 3.2 km of riding, plus 2 unnamed sections you can see on the Holloway map. Worth tying into a day on this road if you're on a bike that can take them.
- Low GateUCR3.1 km away
- EdinboroUCR3.3 km away
- Dubbs RoadBOAT3.5 km away
*Based on each lane's recorded designation. Legal status changes, so check each lane's current status on the Holloway map and the signs before you ride.
Fuel along the way
We don't have a fuel station recorded within 2 km of this road. Fill up before you set off.
Download the GPX
The full line of the road as a GPX file, for a sat nav or phone app. Free to download.
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More scenic roads nearby
- A591 Kendal to Keswick5 km away
- Wrynose Pass14 km away
- Honister Pass18 km away
An ordinary public road: follow the signs, speed limits and any temporary closures. Road and weather conditions change, especially on high and remote roads.