Gordale Scar and Malham Cove

Two out and back routes to the stunning Gordale Scar and Malham Cove, walk them together or in two parts.


Distance    Distance: 4.5 miles (7.2 km)
Ascent    Ascent: 161 metres
Route Grade    Route grade: 26 (equivalent to )
Time to allow    Time to allow: From 2h to 3h 15m
Starting Point    Starting point: YHA Malham Start Point
               Grid reference: SD 901 629
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End Point    End point: , to YHA Malham
Region    Region:
Type of walk    Type of walk: ,
National Park and National Landscapes    National Parks & National Landscapes:
Trails and Ways    Trails and Ways:

Wheelchair accessible    Wheelchair accessible:  Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair accessible    Pushchair accessible:  Pushchair accessible
Stiles    Stile free:  Stile free
Seats    Seats on route:  Seats on route
Toilets    Toilets:   Toilets on route
Touch Free    Touch free:  Not a touch free route
Touch Food and Drink    Food and Drink: ,   Food and drink on route


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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 (OL02) Yorkshire Dales - Southern and Western areas







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