Explore the diverse landscapes around Brimham Rocks, home to a range of pondlife, wild cotton and waist-high bracken. The walk culminates with stunning views across the Yorkshire Moors, and on a clear day you might even catch a glimpse of York Minster.
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Moorland and meadows walk at Brimham Rocks
A 8,1 km loop walk through lakes in North Yorkshire.
Loop walk
start = finish · North Yorkshire
8,1km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
loop
Shape
25
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Lakes
Remote
Uncrowded
Dog friendly
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 3 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× Water
2× Attraction
Adam's Ale
Water ·
348 m off route
2,2 km
27%
Brimham Rocks
Attraction ·
42 m off route
3,3 km
41%
Druid's Idol
Attraction ·
136 m off route
3,3 km
41%
04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Moorland and meadows walk at Brimham Rocks is 8.1 km long.
At an average walking pace, Moorland and meadows walk at Brimham Rocks takes approximately 2h 1min to complete.
Yes, Moorland and meadows walk at Brimham Rocks is a round walk that starts and finishes at the same point — no return transport needed.
Moorland and meadows walk at Brimham Rocks starts at Brimham Rocks Car Park, Harrogate, HG3 4DW;SE206650.
Moorland and meadows walk at Brimham Rocks is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Moorland and meadows walk at Brimham Rocks is maintained and managed by National Trust.