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🏔️ Wrynose Pass
A steep mountain pass through England's Lake District


🕐 2 min read · Updated 2 Apr 2026 at 22:51
📋 Fast Facts
  • Located in Cumbria, England, connecting Little Langdale and Wasdale valleys
  • Elevation: 393 metres (1,290 feet) above sea level
  • Known for hairpin bends, steep gradients, and narrow lanes requiring careful navigation
  • Accessible by car, bicycle, and on foot; public transport limited

Wrynose Pass is a steep mountain route in the Lake District, Cumbria, England, linking the valleys of Little Langdale and Wasdale. The pass climbs 393 metres and is distinguished by sharp hairpin bends and dramatic vistas across rugged fells. It functions as a connection between remote villages and remains a significant upland route for drivers, cyclists, and walkers navigating England's mountainous landscape ...

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