With so many potential routes for a bike ride around Leighton Reservoir, it’s tough to know where to start. That’s why we’ve collected our best routes for you; to help you easily experience the best of this lake. So, what are you waiting for? Scroll down to find your perfect cycle route around Leighton Reservoir.

Last updated: October 12, 2025

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1. Druid's Temple – Stark Bank Climb loop from Masham

49.7km

03:16

570m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Swinton Bivouac Café – Crimble Dale Raw Milk Kiosk loop from Masham

26.5km

01:47

430m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Trapping Hill – Stark Bank Climb loop from Thornton Steward

42.7km

03:04

680m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Snape Castle – Harmby Waterfall loop from Masham

34.8km

02:06

260m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Scar House Reservoir and Dam – Gouthwaite Reservoir loop from Lofthouse

32.8km

02:44

620m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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The best cycling routes around Leighton Reservoir

1. Druid's Temple – Stark Bank Climb loop from Masham

2. Swinton Bivouac Café – Crimble Dale Raw Milk Kiosk loop from Masham

3. Trapping Hill – Stark Bank Climb loop from Thornton Steward

4. Snape Castle – Harmby Waterfall loop from Masham

5. Scar House Reservoir and Dam – Gouthwaite Reservoir loop from Lofthouse

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