Activities at Yorkshire Dales

Malham Tarn fly fishing

Please see article for information on the 2021 fishing season.

Visiting the Yorkshire Dales with your dog

Our countryside is open, however we encourage people to stay close to home to walk their four-legged friends, avoiding travel.

Ranger Run in Upper Wharfedale

Take in some of the best features of the Upper Wharfedale valley on this scenic fell run.

• Easy
• 1 hour 15 mins
• 6.8 miles (10.9km)

Explore Langstrothdale by Bike

Enjoy a ride into the wilds of upper Langstrothdale in Upper Wharfedale.

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

Old Cote Moor from Kettlewell

This high-level walk follows the exposed ridge separating Wharfedale and Littondale, commanding superb fellside views, and returning along the tranquil riverside from Buckden.

• Challenging
• 6 hours
• 8.7 miles (14.0km)

Horse Head Moor and Deepdale walk

Get away from it all and enjoy this invigorating walk up Horse Head Pass and along the remote moorland ridge, with magnificent views of the Three Peaks.

• Challenging
• 2 hours
• 5.5 miles (8.85km)

Buckden Pike and the Polish Memorial

This strenuous walk climbs to the top of Buckden Pike, heads along the ridge passing the Polish War Memorial and back down into Starbotton returning along the riverside.

• Challenging
• 3 hours
• 7.0 miles (11.25km)

Buckden to Starbotton hillside and river walk

Circular walk on the fellside with classic views along the Wharfe valley, returning along the beautiful riverside path of the River Wharfe.

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

Yockenthwaite to Cray wildlife walk

Discover a landscape of limestone pavement, glaciated valleys and flower-rich hay meadows in the glorious setting of the Yorkshire Dales.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 6.0 miles (9.65km)

Discover Langstrothdale

A circular stroll through beautiful Langstrothdale starting at the ancient packhorse bridge at Yockenthwaite.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 2.0 miles (3.2km)

Buckden to Kettlewell easy stroll

Enjoy spectacular views on a family-friendly walk along the River Wharfe from Buckden to Kettlewell in the Yorkshire Dales.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 4.0 miles (6.4km)

Round Howe and Billy Bank Woods trail

Stroll along the River Swale past flower rich fields and next to ancient woodland

• Moderate
• 45 mins
• 1.4 miles (2.25km)

Malham Tarn extended circular route for trampers

An extended route for those wishing to venture a bit further on a Tramper.

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

Malham Tarn and Great Close route for trampers

Discover a different view of Malham Tarn and the surrounding limestone landscape.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 3.8 miles (6.1km)

Malham Tarn circular route for trampers

Follow our accessible trail to discover England's highest lime-rich lake, Malham Tarn, home to a unique community of rare plants and animals.

• Easy
• 2 hours
• 4.5 miles (7.2km)

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)

Malham Tarn Ranger Run

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)

Darnbrook, Middlehouse and Malham Tarn trail run

This trail run takes you across grassland and moorland, with a couple of good climbs, and offers plenty of opportunities to take in some great views.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 30 mins
• 7.5 miles (12.05km)