What is a good time for 3 peaks?

It’s recommended that you attempt the Three Peaks Challenge between June and October for the best weather and visibility to really enjoy it.

What is the average time to complete the 3 peaks challenge?

The 24-hour time includes both walking time and travel between the mountains — approximately thirteen hours hillwalking and eleven hours driving. Several timings options are available, depending on your arrival time into Fort William.

How fit do you need to be to do the Yorkshire 3 Peaks?

The best training is simply lots of walking. By the weekend before your Yorkshire Three Peaks attempt you should be able to comfortably walk 15 miles on Saturday and then 10 miles on Sunday. Running for training is not necessary and nor is walking up hills, although both will be of additional benefit.

How hard is it to do the 3 peaks in 24 hours?

It’s the logistics that make the experience difficult. You only have 24 hours total, including driving time. And the distance between the 3 mountains is about 480 miles or 772 kilometrers. That means about 12 hours or so driving, leaving you with just 12 hours to get up and down all 3 peaks!

How hard is the 3 Peaks Challenge?

It’s pretty hard, although the experience tends to vary greatly between different people. Sleep deprivation plays a part here, affecting some people more than others, particularly with awkward sleeping conditions. With an appropriate fitness plan beforehand, it will be much easier.

Can you do Yorkshire 3 peaks in a day?

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge A gruelling 26 mile circular route taking in the 3 highest peaks in the Yorkshire Dales all with the aim of completing it within 12 hours. Whichever way you look at this challenge it is a beast of a day and more importantly an awesome day out!

Can you do 3 peaks in trainers?

The whole walk can be done in trainers and at the latter part of the day (Ingleborough to Horton in Ribblesdale) you’ll be glad of it.

How many calories do you burn doing the 3 peaks challenge?

You will burn roughly 5000 calories and loose about 5 litres of water in sweat.