A walk along the southern edges of Kinder Scout with expansive views of the Peak District, returning to the hostel via Edale village.
Distance: 6.3 miles (10.1 km)
Ascent: 444 metres
Route grade: 53 (equivalent to Challenging)
Time to allow: From 3h 30m to 5h 30m
Starting point: YHA Edale 
Grid reference: SK 139 865
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End point: Circular, to YHA Edale
Region: East Midlands
Type of walk: Moorland
National Parks & National Landscapes: Peak District National Park
Wheelchair accessible: No 
Pushchair accessible: No 
Stile free: No 
Toilets: Yes 
Touch free: No 
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL01) Peak District - Dark Peak area
