Breathtaking Scenery on the Best Walks in North Yorkshire and Cumbria

From this page, you can access maps and photographs of walking routes in Yorkshire, Cumbria, and elsewhere in Northern England. The areas I have covered include the Lake District, North York Moors, and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, as well as the Howardian Hills, Nidderdale, and North Pennines AONBs (Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty), showcasing the best walks in North Yorkshire and Cumbria.

Maps and photographs of walking routes in Yorkshire, Cumbria and elsewhere in Northern England. Areas covered include the Lake District, North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, and the Howardian Hills, Nidderdale and North Pennines AONBs (Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty).

Howardian Hills Walking Routes

The Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) covers 79 square miles of the North Yorkshire countryside, nestled between the North York Moors National Park, the Yorkshire Wolds, and the Vale of York. This area offers some of the most picturesque walking routes in the region.
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The Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) covers 79 square miles of the North Yorkshire countryside, and is nestled between the North York Moors National Park, the Yorkshire Wolds and the Vale of York.

Lake District Walking Routes

Entirely located within the county of Cumbria, in North West England, the Lake District National Park covers an area of over 900 square miles. Established as a national park in 1951, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017, making it a must-visit for enthusiasts of the best walks in Cumbria.
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The Lake District National Park is located entirely within the county of Cumbria, North-west England, and covers an area of over 900 square miles. It was established as a national park in 1951, and in 2017 was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nidderdale Walking Routes

Bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the east and south, the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in North Yorkshire covers an area of 233 square miles. It comprises most of Nidderdale itself, as well as small parts of Wharfedale, the Washburn Valley, and Wensleydale, offering diverse walking experiences.
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Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in North Yorkshire borders the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the east and south and covers an area of 233 square miles. It comprises most of Nidderdale itself as well as small parts of Wharfedale, the Washburn Valley and Wensleydale.

North Pennines Walking Routes

One of the most remote and unspoilt areas in England, the North Pennines AONB lies between the Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland National Parks. Covering almost 770 square miles, it is the second-largest AONB in the United Kingdom and is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes.
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The North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is one of the most remote and unspoilt places in England. It lies between the national parks of the Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland and at almost 770 square miles is the second largest AONB in the United Kingdom.

North York Moors Walking Routes

An upland region in North Yorkshire, the North York Moors National Park covers an area of 554 square miles. It is defined by the impressive cliffs of the North Sea coast to the east, the steep slopes of the Cleveland Hills to the west and north, and the Tabular Hills and the Vale of Pickering to the south, presenting a wide range of walking opportunities.
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The North York Moors National Park is an upland region in North Yorkshire and covers an area of 554 square miles. It is clearly defined by the impressive cliffs of the North Sea coast to the east, the steep slopes of the Cleveland Hills to the west and north, and the Tabular Hills and the Vale of Pickering to the south.

Yorkshire Coast Walking Routes

Spanning over 100 miles, the Yorkshire Coast is a unique and beautiful stretch of Northern England’s coastline. From the River Tees Mouth north of Middlesbrough to the Mouth of the Humber south-east of Hull, it features a string of lovely seaside resorts such as Redcar, Saltburn, Whitby, Scarborough, Filey, Bridlington, and Hornsea.
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The Yorkshire Coast is a beautiful and unique Northern England coastline over 100 miles in length. It stretches from the River Tees Mouth north of Middlesbrough to the Mouth Of The Humber south-east of Hull. From north to south it boasts a string of lovely seaside resorts such as Redcar, Saltburn, Whitby, Scarborough, Filey, Bridlington and Hornsey.

Yorkshire Dales Walking Routes

Primarily located in North Yorkshire, the Yorkshire Dales National Park covers 841 square miles, with a significant area in Cumbria and a small part in Lancashire. Its national park status was designated in 1954, and it was extended westward into Lancashire and Cumbria in 2016. Many of the best walks in North Yorkshire are within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
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The majority of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, which covers 841 square miles, is in North Yorkshire, with a sizeable area in Cumbria and a small part in Lancashire. The national park status was designated in 1954 and the westward extension into Lancashire and Cumbria occurred in 2016.

Northern England Walking Routes

Northern England’s landscape has been significantly shaped by the Pleistocene ice sheets thousands of years ago, creating a diverse and fascinating landscape that offers some of the best walks in North Yorkshire and Cumbria.
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Northern England has been strongly influenced by the presence and movements of the Pleistocene ice sheets thousands of years ago, and a diverse and fascinating landscape has been created.

All the Yorkshire and Cumbria Walking Routes

Below, I’ve listed all the best walks in North Yorkshire and Cumbria in alphabetical order. Click or tap on a route name for more information. The tables include approximately 200 walks I’ve described in detail on my website, plus many more I’ve written about on my blog.

The approximate length of each walking route is shown in miles and kilometres, and its duration is calculated by allowing one hour for every 2½ miles walked, plus additional time for the ups and downs. Factors such as bad weather or boggy ground can further lengthen the time taken, but this is not accounted for in my figures.

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Howardian Hills Walks: Historic Paths and Landmarks

Howardian Hills WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Castle Howard Walk12.3 miles19.9 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer 300
Coneysthorpe Walk14.7 miles23.7 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer 300
Hovingham Walk9.1 miles14.8 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer 300
Howardian Hills Walk12.5 miles20.2 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer 300
Sheriff Hutton Walk9.9 miles16.0 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer 300

Lake District Walks: The Ultimate Hiking Experience

Lake District WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Ard Crags Walk8.2 miles13.2 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL4
Bannerdale Crags Walk10.6 miles17.0 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Barf Walk10.2 miles16.4 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL4
Bowscale Tarn Walk11.1 miles17.9 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL5
Carrock Fell Walk10.5 miles16.8 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Causey Pike Walk12.0 miles19.3 kilometres7½ hoursOS Explorer OL4
Coledale Horseshoe12.2 miles19.6 kilometres8¼ hoursOS Explorer OL4
Deepdale Horseshoe9.4 miles15.1 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Derwent Water Circular Walk9.9 miles15.9 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL4
Gowbarrow Fell Walk6.9 miles11.1 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Grasmoor Walk8.4 miles13.5 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL4
Great Dodd Walk12.0 miles19.3 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL5
Great Gable Walk6.0 miles9.7 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL4
Grisedale Pike Walk8.5 miles13.6 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL4
Hart Crag Walk8.1 miles13.0 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL5
Helvellyn Circular Walk11.3 miles18.1 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Helvellyn Walk Glenridding11.8 miles19.0 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Helvellyn Walk Striding Edge10.5 miles16.9 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Helvellyn Walk Thirlmere6.9 miles11.1 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL5
High Stile Walk7.5 miles12.2 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL4
Kentmere Horseshoe12.6 miles20.3 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL7
Loughrigg Fell Walk7.7 miles12.4 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL7
Mellbreak Walk8.1 miles13.0 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL4
Newlands Horseshoe9.5 miles15.3 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL4
Newlands Horseshoe Walk10.5 miles16.6 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL4
Place Fell Walk8.6 miles13.8 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Red Pike Walk8.6 miles13.8 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL4
Stony Cove Pike Walk8.7 miles14.0 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Stybarrow Dodd Walk10.0 miles16.1 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Ullswater Walk12.2 miles19.6 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL5
Walla Crag Walk10.5 miles16.8 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL4

Nidderdale Walks: Breathtaking Trails to Explore

Nidderdale WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Brimham Rocks Walk11.3 miles18.1 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer 298
Coldstones Cut Walk9.3 miles15.0 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer 298
Druid’s Temple Walk13.7 miles22.1 kilometres6¼ hoursOS Explorer 298
Fewston Reservoir Circular Walk4.0 miles6.4 kilometres1¾ hoursOS Explorer 297
Fewston Reservoir Walk9.5 miles15.3 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer 297
Jervaulx Abbey Walk11.3 miles18.2 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer 302
Leighton Reservoir Walk16.6 miles26.5 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer 298
Masham Walk14.6 miles23.4 kilometres6¾ hoursOS Explorer 298
Nidderdale Walk12.7 miles20.4 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer 298
Nidderdale Way Walk12.1 miles19.4 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer 298
Scar House Reservoir Walk11.3 miles18.3 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer 298
Swinsty Reservoir Circular Walk3.2 miles5.2 kilometres1½ hoursOS Explorer 297
Swinsty Reservoir Walk6.6 miles10.6 kilometres2¾ hoursOS Explorer 297
Thruscross Reservoir Walk8.2 miles13.2 kilometres3¾ hoursOS Explorer 298

North Pennines Walks: Unforgettable Routes to Enjoy

North Pennines WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Barnard Castle Walk13.2 miles21.2 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL31
Bowes Walk13.1 miles21.1 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL31
Cross Fell Walk12.4 miles20.0 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL31
High Cup Nick Circular Walk11.3 miles18.2 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL19
High Cup Nick Walk11.5 miles18.5 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL19
High Force Walk8.2 miles13.2 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL31
High Force Waterfall Walk7.2 miles11.6 kilometres3¼ hoursOS Explorer OL31
Low Force to High Force Walk5.5 miles8.8 kilometres2¾ hoursOS Explorer OL31

North York Moors Walks: Ancient Woodlands and Scenic Paths

North York Moors WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Baysdale Abbey Walk11.9 miles19.1 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Blakey Ridge Walk7.9 miles12.7 kilometres3¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Castleton Walk12.4 miles19.9 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Cod Beck Reservoir Walk5.0 miles8.0 kilometres2½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Dalby Forest Walk9.4 miles15.1 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL27
Danby Beacon Walk11.2 miles18.0 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Danby Walk12.4 miles19.9 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL26
Esk Valley Walk12.4 miles19.9 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL26
Falling Foss Walk4.2 miles6.8 kilometres2¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Falling Foss Waterfall Walk4.6 miles7.4 kilometres2½ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Farndale Walk Church Houses3.9 miles6.2 kilometres1¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Farndale Walk Low Mill3.8 miles6.1 kilometres1¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Farndale Walk Lowna8.8 miles14.1 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL26
Goathland Walk Beck Hole3.6 miles5.8 kilometres1¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Goathland Walk Grosmont6.9 miles11.1 kilometres3¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Gormire Lake Walk8.7 miles13.9 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Grosmont Walk Goathland7.4 miles11.9 kilometres3½ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Grosmont Walk Mallyan Spout8.9 miles14.2 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Hawnby Hill Walk9.2 miles14.8 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Helmsley Circular Walk8.3 miles13.4 kilometres3¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Helmsley Rievaulx Abbey Walk6.5 miles10.5 kilometres3 hoursOS Explorer OL26
Helmsley Walk Riccal Dale9.5 miles15.3 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Hole of Horcum Circular Walk7.0 miles11.3 kilometres3½ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Hole of Horcum Walk7.9 miles12.6 kilometres3¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Lordstones Walk11.0 miles17.7 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Osmotherley Walk6.8 miles10.9 kilometres3½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Rievaulx Abbey Walk11.4 miles18.4 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Rosedale Abbey Railway Walk11.9 miles19.1 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Rosedale Abbey Walk9.2 miles14.9 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Rosedale Railway Walk8.7 miles14.0 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL26
Rosedale Walk8.0 miles12.9 kilometres3¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Sutton Bank Walk12.0 miles19.2 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Urra Moor Walk10.2 miles16.4 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Wainstones Walk8.0 miles12.9 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL26

Yorkshire Coast Walks: Exploring Seaside Towns

Yorkshire Coast WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Bridlington and Flamborough Head18.0 miles29.0 kilometres8½ hoursOS Explorer 301
Burniston and Hayburn Wyke14.1 miles22.7 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Burniston and Ravenscar13.7 miles22.0 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Filey and Scarborough10.9 miles17.5 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer 301
Ravenscar and Cloughton11.9 miles19.2 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL27
Robin Hood’s Bay and Ravenscar Beach10.0 miles16.1 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Robin Hood’s Bay and Ravenscar8.7 miles14.0 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Sandsend and Hutton Mulgrave13.5 miles21.7 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL27
Sandsend and Whitby Abbey14.0 miles22.5 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL27
Staithes and Kettleness12.2 miles19.6 kilometres6¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27

Yorkshire Dales Walks: Picturesque Hikes for Adventurers

Yorkshire Dales WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Arncliffe and Malham Tarn11.9 miles19.0 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Aysgarth and Castle Bolton8.9 miles14.3 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Aysgarth Falls and Hollins House2.8 miles4.4 kilometres1¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Bainbridge and Wether Fell12.3 miles19.8 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL30
Barden Moor and Cracoe Fell11.7 miles18.7 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Bolton Abbey and Barden Fell12.4 miles20.0 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Buckden and Yockenthwaite11.2 miles17.9 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Dent and Flinter Gill4.7 miles7.6 kilometres2½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Cray and Yockenthwaite7.0 miles11.3 kilometres3¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Dent Head and Great Wold10.9 miles17.5 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Dent Head Viaduct and Great Knoutberry Hill10.7 miles17.2 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Dentdale and Aye Gill Pike14.3 miles23.0 kilometres7¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Gauber and Ingleborough National Nature Reserve11.2 miles18.0 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Grassington and Conistone Pie12.0 miles19.3 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Grassington and Mossdale12.8 miles20.6 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Great Coum and Crag Hill9.0 miles14.5 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Gunnerside and Gunnerside Gill7.0 miles11.2 kilometres3¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Hardraw and Great Shunner Fell11.2 miles18.0 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL19
Hawes and Bainbridge12.2 miles19.7 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Hebden and Barden Moor13.2 miles21.2 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Hebden and Cracoe Fell10.8 miles17.4 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Hebden and Trollers Gill14.1 miles22.7 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Hellgill Force and Pendragon Castle9.5 miles15.3 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL19
Hellgill Force and Wild Boar Fell10.5 miles16.9 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL19
Horton in Ribblesdale and Cam Fell14.7 miles23.7 kilometres7¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Hubberholme and Beckermonds11.5 miles18.5 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL30
Ingleton and Park Fell14.7 miles23.7 kilometres8 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Ingleton and Whernside14.5 miles23.3 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Kettlewell and Buckden9.7 miles15.6 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL30
Kettlewell and Buckden Pike11.9 miles19.2 kilometres6¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Kettlewell and Great Whernside12.7 miles20.4 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Langcliffe and Austwick11.8 miles19.0 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Langcliffe and Catrigg Force11.2 miles18.0 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Leyburn Shawl and Bolton Castle11.1 miles17.9 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL30
Leyburn Shawl and Preston-under-Scar6.7 miles10.7 kilometres3¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Malham and Attermire Scar13.8 miles22.2 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Muker and Keld6.2 miles9.9 kilometres3¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Newbiggin-on-Lune and Crosby Garrett10.1 miles16.3 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL19
Newbiggin-on-Lune and The Calf14.8 miles23.8 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL19
Orton and Great Asby Scar11.9 miles19.2 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL19
Reeth and Crackpot12.8 miles20.6 kilometres6¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Reeth and East Bolton Moor13.6 miles21.9 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL30
Reeth and Fremington Edge7.6 miles12.2 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL30
Reeth and Langthwaite9.5 miles15.2 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Ribblehead Viaduct and Dentdale14.8 miles23.8 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Ribblehead Viaduct and Ingleborough Cave14.4 miles23.2 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Ribblehead Viaduct and Whernside8.0 miles12.9 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Sedbergh and The Calf11.8 miles19.0 kilometres6¾ hoursOS Explorer OL19
Storiths and Simon’s Seat10.7 miles17.2 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Storiths and Trollers Gill15.2 miles24.5 kilometres8 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Thwaite and Tan Hill15.1 miles24.3 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
West Burton and Wasset Fell8.9 miles14.3 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL30
West Witton and Penhill8.2 miles13.2 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL30
West Witton and West Burton11.7 miles18.8 kilometres6 hoursOS Explorer OL30

Northern England Walks: Scenic Countryside Routes

Northern England WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Embsay and Barden Moor10.4 miles16.7 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Gilling West and Richmond9.7 miles15.6 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer 304
Guisborough and Commondale15.3 miles24.6 kilometres7¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Guisborough and Kildale13.0 miles20.9 kilometres6½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Guisborough and Quarry Hill16.2 miles26.1 kilometres7¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Kirkby Stephen and Smardalegill Viaduct13.7 miles22.0 kilometres6¾ hoursOS Explorer OL19
Kirkbymoorside and Gillamoor11.5 miles18.5 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Leyburn and Melmerby14.2 miles22.9 kilometres7 hoursOS Explorer OL30
Middleham and Jervaulx Abbey11.8 miles19.0 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer 302
Richmond and Applegarth8.8 miles14.2 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer 304
Sinnington and Cropton Forest11.4 miles18.3 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Skipton and Gargrave12.6 miles20.3 kilometres5¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Slapewath and Cattersty Sands15.3 miles24.6 kilometres8¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Wensley and Redmire Force11.7 miles18.8 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL30

Best Walks in the North York Moors: 17 Scenic Routes to Explore

Best Walks North York MoorsMilesKilometresTimeMap
Beck Hole Walk8.9 miles14.4 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Black Hambleton Walk11.0 miles17.8 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Bridestones Walk10.3 miles16.5 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Castleton and Danby Walk9.7 miles15.7 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Cropton Forest Walk11.4 miles18.4 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Falling Foss Walk9.7 miles15.7 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Farndale Walk11.0 miles17.7 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Glaisdale Walk9.8 miles15.9 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Goathland Walk10.7 miles17.1 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL27
Grosmont Walk11.3 miles18.2 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Guisborough Woods Walk10.8 miles17.3 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL26
Littlebeck Walk9.7 miles15.7 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Ravenscar Walk10.0 miles16.2 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27
Robin Hood’s Bay Walk8.7 miles14.1 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL27
Rosedale Abbey Walk11.7 miles18.9 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Thornton-le-Dale Walk11.1 miles17.8 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL27
Whisper Dales Walk8.8 miles14.2 kilometres3¾ hoursOS Explorer OL27

Best Walks in the Yorkshire Dales: Discover 23 Breathtaking Trails

Best Walks Yorkshire DalesMilesKilometresTimeMap
Aysgarth Falls Walk7.9 miles12.7 kilometres3¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Barden Moor Walk10.4 miles16.7 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Bolton Abbey Walk9.0 miles14.2 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Catrigg Force Walk11.2 miles17.9 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Crackpot Hall Walk9.2 miles14.8 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Dent Head Viaduct Walk10.7 miles17.3 kilometres5¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Fremington Edge Walk9.0 miles14.5 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Grassington Walk9.9 miles16.0 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Gunnerside Walk8.9 miles14.3 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Ingleborough Reserve Walk11.2 miles18.2 kilometres5½ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Ingleborough Walk9.5 miles15.3 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Langthwaite Walk9.6 miles15.4 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Leyburn Shawl Walk9.7 miles15.7 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Malham Cove Walk9.2 miles14.9 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Semer Water Walk8.8 miles14.2 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Settle Walk8.9 miles14.4 kilometres4¼ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Stainforth Force Walk8.0 miles12.8 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Swaledale Walk9.5 miles15.3 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Trollers Gill Walk8.4 miles13.4 kilometres4 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Wensleydale Walk9.6 miles15.5 kilometres4½ hoursOS Explorer OL30
West Burton Waterfall Walk9.7 miles15.7 kilometres4¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Whernside Walk10.0 miles16.2 kilometres5 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Yockenthwaite Walk7.0 miles11.3 kilometres3¼ hoursOS Explorer OL30

BBC Winter Walks: Series 1 and 2 with Maps and Walking Routes

BBC Winter WalksMilesKilometresTimeMap
Alastair Campbell’s Walk5.3 miles8.5 kilometres2¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Amanda Owen’s Walk5.7 miles9.1 kilometres2¾ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Kate Bottley’s Walk5.5 miles8.8 kilometres2½ hoursOS Explorer OL30
Lemn Sissay’s Walk6.5 miles10.4 kilometres3 hoursOS Explorer OL2
Nihal Arthanayake’s Walk4.9 miles7.9 kilometres2¼ hoursOS Explorer OL6
Richard Coles’ Walk6.4 miles10.3 kilometres2¾ hoursOS Explorer OL26
Sayeeda Warsi’s Walk6.2 miles10.0 kilometres2¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Selina Scott’s Walk6.4 miles10.3 kilometres2¾ hoursOS Explorer OL2
Simon Armitage’s Walk4.1 miles6.5 kilometres2 hoursOS Explorer OL27

Top Lake District Walking Guides for Exploring the Fells

The Lake District offers some of the most breathtaking walks in the UK. These four guidebooks stand out for their detailed routes and practical advice, covering everything from high-level fell walks to peak bagging the Wainwrights. Whether you’re exploring lesser-known summits or conquering famous peaks, these guides are essential companions for your adventures in the Lake District. As an Amazon affiliate, I may earn a small commission from any purchases made through the links provided. This helps support the upkeep of this website. Rest assured, you won’t pay a penny extra, but your purchase will contribute to keeping my site running smoothly. Happy walking!

Lake District High Level Mountain and Fell Walks.

Discover the Lake District’s highest peaks with Vivienne Crow’s pocket-sized guide. It features 30 of the best walks on the higher fells, covering both lesser-known summits and favourites like Scafell Pike, Helvellyn, and Skiddaw. Each route is circular and ranges from 4 to 15 miles, with walks graded by difficulty. The guide is illustrated with Ordinance Survey mapping and vibrant colour photography, making it both informative and visually appealing. Crow also includes practical notes on parking, public transport links, and nearby refreshment spots. With easy access from popular centres like Keswick, Ambleside, and Windermere, this guide is an essential companion for your Lake District adventures.

Lake District Classic Lakeland Mountain Routes.

Mark Richards’ large-format guidebook showcases 50 classic walks in the Lake District’s mountains. These routes are designed for experienced hillwalkers, with distances ranging from 4 to 13 miles. Richards provides clear route descriptions, accompanied by Harvey mapping and his own hand-drawn illustrations. You’ll find walks covering popular fells such as Scafell Pike and Helvellyn, as well as lesser-known routes that offer a unique challenge. Optional low-grade scrambling adds an adventurous twist to some walks. Practical details, including parking and post-walk refreshment options, are also included to ensure a well-rounded day out in the fells.

Peak Bagging the Wainwright Fells in 45 Walks.

Karen and Dan Parker present 45 carefully crafted routes to help you complete all 214 of Alfred Wainwright’s iconic fells in the Lake District. The routes are divided into sections that mirror Wainwright’s original guides. They are designed to be both efficient and enjoyable. Key highlights include the Scafell round and the Glenridding Horseshoe. The Parkers provide detailed maps, elevation profiles, and essential logistics such as parking and transport options. Whether you’re completing the Wainwrights over years or in record time, this guide will be your perfect companion throughout the journey. It’s an indispensable resource for anyone looking to conquer these famous fells.

Climbing the Lakeland Wainwrights in 64 Walks.

Graham Uney’s guide offers 64 walks that cover all 214 Wainwright summits in the Lake District. Uney’s approach ensures flexibility, with some summits featured more than once, allowing you to revisit favourite peaks. While Wainwright’s original guides are invaluable, Uney provides a modern perspective. He helps walkers plan full-day routes that cover multiple fells efficiently. This guidebook is filled with detailed, updated routes and practical advice, making it an excellent companion to the classic Pictorial Guides. Whether you’re aiming to complete the Wainwrights or simply explore the fells, this guide will be invaluable.