Janet's Foss is a beautiful waterfall nestled among trees on the footpath from Malham Village to Gordale Scar. You can splash around in the waterfall and its plunge pool, making it a popular spot, especially at peak times (weekends, warm weather, bank holidays etc).

Ben

December 12, 2020

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Don't miss the cave to the right 😉

Libby

August 17, 2020

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This waterfall and path get very busy.

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1. Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Malham Tarn Circular

11.1km

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200m

Hike the challenging Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Malham Tarn Circular, featuring waterfalls, a dramatic gorge, and unique limestone paveme

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2. Yorkshire Dales: Malham Cove and Gordale Scar – Walks In England’s National Parks

8.14km

02:16

140m

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Janet's Foss – Gordale Scar Waterfall loop from Malham

6.03km

01:46

160m

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Elevation 230 m

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Location: Malham, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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1. Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Malham Tarn Circular

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