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

Last updated: October 9, 2025

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1. Thruscross Reservoir and Cloggers Lane loop from Thruscross Reservoir Car Park — Nidderdale

7.54km

02:00

70m

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

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2. The River Ure & Aldborough loop from Boroughbridge

5.89km

01:31

30m

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

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3. Brimham Rocks & Brimham Moor loop

6.43km

01:45

90m

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

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4. Hackfall Forest loop

2.98km

00:51

70m

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

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5. Wath Lane and River Nidd loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

5.49km

01:43

200m

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

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6. Hackfall Wood Fountain Pond loop — Nidderdale

2.22km

00:38

60m

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

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7. Eagle Hall and Fishpond Wood loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

4.45km

01:16

100m

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

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8. Brimham Rocks loop — Nidderdale

2.27km

00:37

30m

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9. Swinsty Reservoir – Fewston Reservoir Dam loop from Blubberhouses

5.30km

01:24

50m

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10. Fountains Abbey – Studley Royal Water Garden loop from Kirkby Malzeard

6.28km

01:41

80m

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

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Easy hikes and walks around Harrogate

1. Thruscross Reservoir and Cloggers Lane loop from Thruscross Reservoir Car Park — Nidderdale

2. The River Ure & Aldborough loop from Boroughbridge

3. Brimham Rocks & Brimham Moor loop

4. Hackfall Forest loop

5. Wath Lane and River Nidd loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

6. Hackfall Wood Fountain Pond loop — Nidderdale

7. Eagle Hall and Fishpond Wood loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

8. Brimham Rocks loop — Nidderdale

9. Swinsty Reservoir – Fewston Reservoir Dam loop from Blubberhouses

10. Fountains Abbey – Studley Royal Water Garden loop from Kirkby Malzeard

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