Activities at Yorkshire Dales
Malham Tarn Fly Fishing
Passionate about fly-fishing? Come and try your hand at Malham Tarn.
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)
A ramble on Malham Moor
Marvel at the tranquillity of the countryside and enjoy stunning views of Malham Moor and Tarn on this circular fellside walk.
- Moderate
- 3 hours
- 4.0 miles (6.4km)
Malham Tarn upland farm circular walk
Discover England's highest lime-rich lake, an area of outstanding moorland uplands, with flower-rich hay meadows, varied birdlife and awe-inspiring vistas.
- Moderate
- 3 hours
- 4.5 miles (7.2km)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Malham Tarn and Great Close route for trampers
Follow our accessible trail across fields and rugged tracks to discover England's highest lime-rich lake, Malham Tarn, home to a unique community of rare plants and animals.
- Moderate
- 2 hours
- 3.8 miles (6.1km)
Darnbrook Middlehouse and Malham Tarn trail run
A splendid trail run across grassland and moorland routes, with a couple of good climbs, and plenty of opportunities for taking in some spectacular views
- Moderate
- 1 hour 30 mins
- 7.5 miles (12.05km)