A great walk through stunning moorland scenery.
Distance: 12.2 miles (19.6 km)
Ascent: 564 metres
Route grade: 67 (equivalent to Challenging)
Time to allow: From 6h 45m to 10h 45m
Starting point: YHA Malham
Grid reference: SD 901 629
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End point: Circular, to YHA Malham
Region: Yorkshire and the Humber
Type of walk: Moorland
National Parks & National Landscapes: Yorkshire Dales National Park
Trails and Ways: Dales High Way, Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way
Wheelchair accessible: No
Pushchair accessible: No
Stile free: No
Seats on route: Yes
Toilets: Yes
Touch free: No
Food and Drink: Pub/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 (OL02) Yorkshire Dales - Southern and Western areas