Riverside Strolls
The Yorkshire Dales may not do lakes but certainly makes up with the rivers. The deep, long dales which characterize the area give many opportunities for some wonderful peaceful walks. Contrasting the serene progress of the main rivers are the faster flowing feeder tributaries; here spectacular waterfalls hold sway in hidden valleys and open mountainside. Walks in these side valleys tend to be rougher and may include a return over higher ground but as long as the focus of the walk is a twinkling burn then it is in! The main dales usually offer easier walks – often little more than an afternoon stroll but it is fair to say that the rivers of the Wharfe, Swale, Ure, Nidd, Eden and Ribble are always captivating.
Miles
8
A Circuit of Stock’s Reservoir
D034- Great variety of birds, flora and scenery
- History of the dam building
- Good and well signposted paths
Miles
7
Arkengarthdale & Low Reeth Moor
D054- Discover lower Arkengarthdale
- Perfect views down Swaledale
- Explore the market town of Reeth
Miles
7.5
History in Gunnerside Gill
D019- An industrial history lesson
- Regenerated woodland
- Gunnerside is a fine village
Miles
7
Villages of Wharfedale
D008- Four delightful Dales villages
- Linton Falls & the River Wharfe
- Combines river paths & quiet lanes
Miles
4.5
Cataracts of the Strid
D024- Site of Special Scientific Interest
- All weather walk
- The power of the lower Wharfe
Miles
2
Hay Meadows at Muker
D057- Visit beautiful Hay Meadows
- Muker is a traditional Dales village
- Walk up the Upper Swale
Miles
7.5
Kisdon Fell Circular from Thwaite
D020- The best of the Dales in a single walk
- Upper Swaledale waterfall
- Muker, Thwaite & Keld all visited
Miles
4
Airton & Kirkby Malham
D025- Lovely section of the Pennine Way
- 2 unspoilt Dales villages
- Avoid the crowds at Malham
Miles
4.5
Waterfalls of Ingleton
D026- Most spectacular waterfalls in England
- Excellent network of paths
- Sheltered deciduous woodland
Miles
3
Ingleborough Cave from Clapham
D013- All weather walk in the trees
- Stunning bluebell fields and rhododendrons
- Clapham is a picturesque Dales village
