A varied walk with pasture, riverside path and moorland top.
Distance: 7.9 miles (12.7 km)
Ascent: 391 metres
Route grade: 49 (equivalent to Moderate)
Time to allow: From 4h to 6h 30m
Starting point: YHA Grinton Lodge
Grid reference: SE 047 975
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End point: Circular, to YHA Grinton Lodge
Region: Yorkshire and the Humber
Type of walk: Moorland, Riverside
National Parks & National Landscapes: Yorkshire Dales National Park
Wheelchair accessible: No
Pushchair accessible: No
Stile free: No
Seats on route: Yes
Toilets: Yes
Touch free: No
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s, Shop/s
This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL30) Yorkshire Dales - Northern and Central areas