Horse Head Moor and Deepdale walk, Upper Wharfdale

A strenuous hilly walk with views across the Three Peaks. This circular trail tackles steep climbs, crossing moorland & fells before descending along the River Wharfe. Discover colourful fauna, woodland restoration, kingfishers and other wildlife

A 10.2 km full-day trail that rewards walkers with a proper day out. Budget roughly 2 hours and 16 minutes at a steady pace.

This route forms a near-complete loop: the start and finish are very close together, so only minimal transport is needed to get back. It combines the convenience of a circular walk with a slightly varied return.

This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.