This is the easier side of the river Dove, with a surfaced trail leading from the car park to the famous stepping stones. You can make this a loop by crossing at the stepping stones and following the rougher trail back on the other side of the river, or climb Thorpe Cloud and drop back down to the bridge and car park.

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August 16, 2025

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Very pretty and a place you should visit, however can be very busy!!

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1. Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale Stepping Stones loop from Alstonefield

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2. Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale Stepping Stones loop from Thorpe CP

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3. Dove Holes Caves – Milldale loop from Blore with Swinscoe

20.1km

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430m

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

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Location: Thorpe, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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1. Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale Stepping Stones loop from Alstonefield

2. Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale Stepping Stones loop from Thorpe CP

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