Beck Hole – Mallyan Spout Waterfall loop from Goathland

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Beck Hole – Mallyan Spout Waterfall loop from Goathland

Easy

4.5

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Beck Hole – Mallyan Spout Waterfall loop from Goathland

01:39

5.91km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

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North York Moors National Park

Waypoints

Start point

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54 m

Beck Hole

Highlight • Pub

Beck Hole is accessed by a road with very steep gradients on either side of the village. The pub in the village is a great stop, but only takes cash.

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113 m

Beck Hole

Highlight • Historical Site

Originally founded in the 13th century (known as 'Amerholm' back then), this is a delightful Esk Valley village, with what is known as 'Yorkshire's smallest pub': Birch Hall Inn.

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1.64 km

Mallyan Spout Waterfall

Highlight • Natural Monument

With a vertical drop of 70 feet (21 m), Mallyan Spout is the tallest waterfall in the North York Moors. When you arrive at the waterfall, prepare to have your …

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1.66 km

Wishing Tree with Coins

Highlight • Structure

1.77 km

Mallyan Spout Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Mallyan Spout is the tallest waterfall in the North York Moors, with a vertical drop of 70 feet. Park your bike at the Mallyan Spout Hotel and Cafe, the waterfall is only accessible by foot.

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5.63 km

Beck Hole Station

Highlight • Trail

In the 19th century, there was a railway here and Incline Cottage would've been a very busy place, hitching/unhitching wagons from an incline plane to the railway. Beck Hole Station …

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5.91 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.42 km

962 m

300 m

229 m

Surfaces

4.25 km

844 m