The best running trails around Kirkby Malham

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Running around Kirkby Malham is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Kirkby Malham—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Goredale Scar scramble, Malham Tarn & Malham Cove loop — Yorkshire Dales National Park	Expert 01:28 11.6km
Pen-y-ghent – Watlowes Valley loop from Malham	Expert 04:39 37.7km
The Old Barn Malham – Watlowes Valley loop from Malham	Expert 02:40 21.4km
Malham Tarn – Watlowes Valley loop from Malham	Expert 03:24 28.3km

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Goredale Scar scramble, Malham Tarn & Malham Cove loop — Yorkshire Dales National Park
01:28
11.6km
7:36/km
210m
210m
Expert
5.0
(2)
75
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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2
Pen-y-ghent – Watlowes Valley loop from Malham
04:39
37.7km
7:24/km
1,080m
1,080m
Expert
57
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3
The Old Barn Malham – Watlowes Valley loop from Malham
02:40
21.4km
7:30/km
680m
680m
Expert
4.0
(1)
41
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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4
Malham Tarn – Watlowes Valley loop from Malham
03:24
28.3km
7:12/km
620m
620m
Expert
35
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.