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Yorkshire And The Humber

Craven

Yorkshire And The Humber

Craven

Easy hikes and walks in Craven

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Exploring Craven on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Craven. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: December 6, 2025

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1. High Shaws Laithe and Valve Tower loop from Grimwith Reservoir Car Park — Yorkshire Dales National Park

6.97km

01:50

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Stainforth Force & Catrigg Force loop — Yorkshire Dales National Park

5.32km

01:33

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Embsay Crag and St Mary's Church loop from Embsay Reservoir — Yorkshire Dales National Park

5.12km

01:33

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Grass Wood Nature Reserve and Lea Green loop from Grassington — Yorkshire Dales National Park

6.21km

01:43

120m

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Malham Tarn eastern shore from Water Sinks — Yorkshire Dales National Park

3.99km

01:04

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Conistone Bridge and Mastiles Lane loop from Kilnsey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

3.14km

00:52

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. View of Skipton Castle – Holy Trinity Church, Skipton loop from Skipton

5.78km

01:31

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Holy Trinity Church, Skipton – Skipton Castle loop from Spring Gardens

4.89km

01:18

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Bolton Abbey Ruins – Cavendish Pavilion loop from Bolton Abbey

4.63km

01:14

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Malham Cove – Malham Cove Limestone Pavement loop from Malham

5.16km

01:32

140m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Craven

1. High Shaws Laithe and Valve Tower loop from Grimwith Reservoir Car Park — Yorkshire Dales National Park

2. Stainforth Force & Catrigg Force loop — Yorkshire Dales National Park

3. Embsay Crag and St Mary's Church loop from Embsay Reservoir — Yorkshire Dales National Park

4. Grass Wood Nature Reserve and Lea Green loop from Grassington — Yorkshire Dales National Park

5. Malham Tarn eastern shore from Water Sinks — Yorkshire Dales National Park

6. Conistone Bridge and Mastiles Lane loop from Kilnsey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

7. View of Skipton Castle – Holy Trinity Church, Skipton loop from Skipton

8. Holy Trinity Church, Skipton – Skipton Castle loop from Spring Gardens

9. Bolton Abbey Ruins – Cavendish Pavilion loop from Bolton Abbey

10. Malham Cove – Malham Cove Limestone Pavement loop from Malham

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