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Safety first, folks

Please do not rely on the guidance below to navigate the hike. We highly recommend downloading the accompanying GPX file and loading it into a navigation device/app. Always take a physical map and compass with you as backup. Take care out there.

Directions

1. Starting from Edale, follow the steep ascent right up towards Ringing Roger and continue to skirt left around Grindsbrook Clough.
2. Upon meeting the distinct top of Grindsbrook, signified by a large cairn, take the slabbed path right crossing the Kinder Plateau.
3. At Crowden Brook, head right following the stream passing Kinder Gates. Beware of bogs and peat along this stretch as it can be difficult to negotiate, even in good conditions.
4. Continue on to Kinder Downfall with its spectacular views over to western counties.
5. Head south down to Kinder Low, pass Edale Rocks, and descend down Jacobs Ladder.
6. Pass over the bridge and follow the track until reaching Upper Booth.
7. Turn left and head through Upper Booth taking the footpath from the back of the farm.
8. Continue to a ascend, passing Broadlee-Bank Tor on the left.
9. The path eventually descends on the home stretch back to Edale.

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