Best time to hike the Coast to Coast Walk

The trail is open all year, but the best time is from spring to autumn. The longest days are in May, June and July. In winter the days are short, the Lake District fells can have snow and ice, and some places to stay close: for example Keld Lodge reopens on 1 April 2027, and the campsite in Keld is open from Easter to the end of September. Rain is possible at any time of year, and the moors are wet and boggy after rain. Rooms are few in small villages such as Ennerdale Bridge, Keld, Danby Wiske and Glaisdale, so book early. The National Trail team suggests starting on a Monday or Tuesday, when rooms are easier to find.