The Top 18 Gorges in Craven
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 18
to choose from in Craven. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Craven.
to choose from in Craven. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Craven.
Last updated: October 21, 2025
Gordale Scar Waterfall
Highlight • Natural Monument
Gordale Scar is one of the most dramatic sights in the Yorkshire Dales. The narrow canyon is dominated on either side by sheer walls of rock, hundreds of feet high, …
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The Strid
Highlight • Natural Monument
The Strid is a natural wonder, where the river suddenly narrows forcing the water through at great pressure. It was formed by the wearing away of softer rock by the …
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Hull Pot
Highlight • Canyon
Hull Pot, on the western side of Pen-y-Ghent, is a collapsed cavern, and an impressive hole measuring 91m (300ft) long by 18m (60ft) deep.
In the late 18th century, in …
In the late 18th century, in …
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Catrigg Force Waterfall
Highlight • Waterfall
Nestled in a secluded woodland gorge, Catrigg Force is a hidden gem in the Yorkshire Dales. The composer Edward Elgar is rumoured to have been a huge fan of this …
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Trow Gill
Highlight • Natural Monument
Myself and a friend walked this route recently. We arrived at Trow Gill and uttered the words: "Wow, it's like being on Skull Island in King Kong!" A good place …
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Trollers Gill
Highlight • Gorge
Really dramatic scenery and an exhilarating scramble when the gill is full of water! Don't forget to take a peek in the cave on the right-hand side as you reach the top of the gill!
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Baxenghyll Gorge Waterfall
Highlight • Waterfall
From the viewing bridge at Baxenghyll Gorge, you're afforded a dramatic view of the River Doe far below. If heights are not your thing, then this might not be for …
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Woodland Path to Janet’s Foss
Highlight • Gorge
This magical woodland path leads to Janet’s Foss. The waterfall is named after the Queen of the Fairies, as it is rumoured that she lived behind the falls. The woods …
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Conistone Dib
Highlight • Climb
Great little walk up a Limestone dry valley
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View of Gordale Scar
Highlight • Natural Monument
Amazing views from the top, great place to stop for a brew and admire it. If you're feeling brave and like a climb, you can climb up the waterfall at …
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