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Yorkshire And The Humber

Leeds

Easy hikes and walks around Leeds

4.6

(2020)

22,695

hikers

1,173

hikes

Exploring Leeds 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 around Leeds. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 3, 2025

4.8

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1. Fairburn Ings Nature Reserve loop

6.59km

01:41

20m

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

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4.4

(17)

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2. River Wharfe and Wetherby Weir loop

6.13km

01:36

40m

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

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5.0

(8)

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3. Otley Chevin loop from Surprise View

4.54km

01:16

90m

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

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4.4

(8)

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4. Barwick-in-Elmet loop

7.27km

01:56

80m

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

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2.5

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5. Wetherby Grange Park loop

6.02km

01:35

50m

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

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4.8

(12)

245

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6. Ardsley Reservoir – Ardsley Reservoir loop from Tingley

4.04km

01:02

20m

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

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4.7

(6)

137

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7. View from Caroline Bridge – St Aidan's RSPB Reserve loop from Bower's Row

5.17km

01:22

50m

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

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4.6

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128

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8. Café at Golden Acre Park – Golden Acre Park loop from Arthington

5.25km

01:23

50m

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

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9. Kirkstall Abbey Ruins – Newlay Lock loop from Cragg Hill

7.03km

01:51

60m

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

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117

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10. Lake Crossing Path – BE1150 Dragline Memorial loop from Bower's Row

5.52km

01:28

60m

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

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Easy hikes and walks around Leeds

1. Fairburn Ings Nature Reserve loop

2. River Wharfe and Wetherby Weir loop

3. Otley Chevin loop from Surprise View

4. Barwick-in-Elmet loop

5. Wetherby Grange Park loop

6. Ardsley Reservoir – Ardsley Reservoir loop from Tingley

7. View from Caroline Bridge – St Aidan's RSPB Reserve loop from Bower's Row

8. Café at Golden Acre Park – Golden Acre Park loop from Arthington

9. Kirkstall Abbey Ruins – Newlay Lock loop from Cragg Hill

10. Lake Crossing Path – BE1150 Dragline Memorial loop from Bower's Row

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