Activities at Malham Tarn Estate

Malham Tarn Fly Fishing

Fly-fishing temporarily suspended on Malham Tarn due to algal bloom and drought.

8 mile fell run on Malham Moor in the Yorkshire Dales

Challenge yourself to an 8 mile fell run up the Pennine Way to the top of Fountains Fell, and be rewarded with stunning views of the Three Peaks and Ribblesdale.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 45 mins
• 8.5 miles (13.65km)

Your dog is welcome at Malham Tarn

All of our walks have dog friendly options, so with miles of footpaths to explore, trees to sniff and grass to roll in we think you'll both have a great day.

Malham Tarn Tramper

Our battery powered buggy enable our less mobile visitors to enjoy some of the most spectacular scenery in places that they would have previously thought impossible to visit.

Walking around Malham Tarn

Enjoy our special place as you walk across our limestone pavements, grassland, high peaks and rocky outcrops.

Things to see and do at Malham Tarn

We are surrounded by spectacular limestone scenery and are a great place for stretching your legs. Here's a few ideas of things to do when you visit us.

Fountains Fell and Darnbrook View along the Pennine Way Moderate Route for Trampers

Discover England’s highest lime-rich lake, home to a unique community of rare plants and animals. It is an area of outstanding moorland uplands, with flower-rich hay meadows, varied birdlife and awe-inspiring vistas.

• Moderate
• 1 hour
• 2.0 miles (3.2km)

Fountains Fell Ridge and Pennine Way

Challenge yourself to a strenuous walk up the Pennine Way to the top of Fountains Fell and be rewarded with stunning views of the Three Peaks and Ribblesdale.

• Challenging
• 4 hours
• 8.0 miles (12.85km)

Cycling at Malham Tarn

On your next visit to why not bring your bike and sample our stunning scenery from the many tracks and bridleways that are ideal for a pedaling adventure?

Malham Tarn Yorkshire Dales Family Cycle trail

Enjoy a scenic ride in the limestone landscape of Malham Moor

• Easy
• 30 mins
• 4.5 miles (7.2km)

Spring Events around the Malham Tarn Estate

We have events to get you outdoors and in the fresh air, so come and enjoy this spring around Malham Tarn. Whatever your interests we hope we have something to tempt you to come and join us.

Malham village to Janet’s Foss

A scenic walk from Malham village to the magical waterfall at Janet's Foss, following the beck along gravel paths and through fields and woodlands.

• Easy
• 2 hours
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Running at Malham Tarn

From well marked trails around Malham Tarn to more rugged uphill climbs along limestone pavement and windswept moors there is a different challenge on every route.

Watersinks to Malham Tarn easy stroll

A short linear walk along the scenic shores of Malham Tarn, a beautiful and internationally-important wetland site.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 2.6 miles (4.15km)

Malham Tarn extended circular route for trampers

An extended route across fields and rugged tracks suitable for trampers with great views of England's highest lime-rich lake, Malham Tarn.

• Moderate
• 2 hours 30 mins
• 5.0 miles (8.0km)

Malham Tarn circular route for trampers

An easy walk across fields and rugged tracks suitable for trampers to discover England's highest lime-rich lake, Malham Tarn.

• Easy
• 2 hours
• 4.5 miles (7.2km)

Malham Tarn archaeology walk

Discover archaeological remains in a landscape which has been used by man since the Mesolithic era on this walk through limestone pastures and upland hill farms.

• Moderate
• 3 hours
• 5.5 miles (8.85km)

Historical walk around Middle House and Darnbrook

Discover an area of ancient limestone pastures, upland hill farms and the beautiful Malham Tarn on a walk through this popular Dales beauty spot.

• Challenging
• 2 hours 20 mins
• 7.0 miles (11.25km)