Walks around Epping are synonymous with the marvellous Epping Forest, which has been providing fresh air and serenity to northeast London since Queen Victoria opened the land up for public use in 1882. As the eastern terminus of the Central Line and with many surprises in the surrounding countryside, there’s more to this market town and its surroundings than the Forest.

Last updated: November 29, 2025

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1. Streams Through Epping Forest – Epping Thicks loop from Epping

15.4km

04:06

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Gernon Bushes Nature Reserve loop from Epping

11.8km

03:08

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Ancient Tree in Epping Forest – Epping Thicks loop from Epping

29.3km

07:45

280m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Forest Gate Inn – Epping Thicks loop from Epping

8.78km

02:18

70m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Streams Through Epping Forest – Epping Thicks loop from Ivy Chimneys

12.5km

03:22

160m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1. Streams Through Epping Forest – Epping Thicks loop from Epping

2. Gernon Bushes Nature Reserve loop from Epping

3. Ancient Tree in Epping Forest – Epping Thicks loop from Epping

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