The patchwork pastureland, drystone walls and green valleys of idyllic Wharfedale create a scene of quintessential Yorkshire charm. Hikes to Buckden Pike rank amongst the finest in not only this region, but in the entire Yorkshire Dales National Park. Rising high above the head of the dale alongside neighbouring Great Whernside, it is a hill of great character and boasts huge views.

Glorious hiking on one of the Dales’ most beloved hills

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Location: Burton-Cum-Walden, Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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1. Buckden Pike and Starbotton loop from Buckden — Yorkshire Dales National Park

15.4km

04:40

510m

520m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. River Wharfe Stepping Stones – Buckden Village loop from Starbotton

13.5km

04:14

500m

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

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3. Great Whernside Summit – Buckden Village loop from Buckden

21.7km

06:45

730m

740m

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

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Wandering Cloud

December 4, 2023

This is one of the highest hills in the Yorkshire Dales (702m) and well-worth the effort of climbing it. With its grassy plateau, it offers fantastic views in all directions.

Spot Buckden Rake, which is an old Roman road running along the side of the hill: this used to link the forts in Ilkley and Bainbridge.

Andy

May 18, 2024

Great views all around from the top

David Howells

May 22, 2024

Well I will just shut up as I didn't get any views at all. It was such a miserable day but a great all round walk. I would love to do it on a blue sky day! You could also do Birks Fell the same day, making for a 17km total hike.

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Location: Burton-Cum-Walden, Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Buckden Pike Summit

1. Buckden Pike and Starbotton loop from Buckden — Yorkshire Dales National Park

2. River Wharfe Stepping Stones – Buckden Village loop from Starbotton

3. Great Whernside Summit – Buckden Village loop from Buckden

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