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38.3 km
2 days
123 m
Multi Day
The Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop is a 38.3 km trail that starts in Kielder, Northumberland, England. Based on our data, the hike is graded as Medium. For information on how we grade trails, please read measuring the difficulty of a hiking trail on hiiker. Also, check our latest community posts for trail updates. This hike can be completed in approx 7 hrs 52 mins. Caution is advised on trail times as this depends on multiple variables. For more info read about how we calculate hike time.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop and how many days does it take?
The Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop is 38.31 km long and is classed as a multi-day route. Most hikers split it over 2 days, although a strong, fast party could cover the distance in a long single day of roughly 8 hours of moving time.
Is the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop a difficult hike?
The Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop is generally rated medium difficulty. The distance is the main challenge at 38.31 km, while the total elevation gain is relatively modest at 123 m, so the route is more about endurance and time on remote ground than steep climbing.
Where does the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop start in Northumberland?
The Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop starts near Kielder in Northumberland, England. That places the route in a remote border landscape of forest, open moor, and upland ground, so the start is well away from larger towns and needs more planning than a short village walk.
Does the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop go near Peel Fell itself?
Yes. The route is named for Peel Fell and Kielder Head, so it is built around the high, remote country on the England-Scotland border. Peel Fell is the best-known summit in this area and is widely recognized as the highest hill in the Kielder Forest region, which gives the loop its upland character despite the modest recorded total ascent.
Is the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop suitable for a weekend backpacking trip?
Yes, the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop is well suited to a weekend backpacking itinerary. Its 38.31 km length, medium rating, and multi-day classification make it a practical 2-day outing for hikers looking for a longer route in the Kielder and Northumberland border country.
What kind of terrain is on the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop?
Most of the Peel Fell and Kielder Head Loop is on natural trail rather than road, with about 98 percent listed as unknown surface and only short sections of asphalt and gravel. In practice, that points to a route where conditions underfoot can vary, especially in exposed upland and forest-edge sections around Kielder.
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