Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 6, 2026

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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38 m

The Red Lion Hotel, Burnsall

Highlight • Pub

Country pub and hotel. Great for a pint after the walk.

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1.08 km

Low Banks Plantation

Forest

1.78 km

Hebden Suspension Bridge was built by local blacksmith William Bell and opened in September 1885. The bridge rocks a little as you walk over it, and is quite narrow, resulting in a fun crossing of the River Wharfe.

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1.88 km

Hebden Suspension Bridge over the River Wharfe

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

A particularly gorgeous part of the walk on the northern banks of River Wharf between Hebden Mill and Grassington, which is also a part of the Dales Way trail. The …

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4.64 km

Linton Falls

Highlight • Natural Monument

After heavy rain or snow make sure you check with local agencies as to whether bridges and/or stepping stones are passable.

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6.02 km

River Wharfe

Highlight • Viewpoint

From Grassington a walk by the river takes you to Conistone

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6.44 km

Braith Gill Lathe

Archaeological Site

7.54 km

Grassington village

Highlight • Settlement

Grassington is a pretty village set within the stunning scenery of Upper Wharfedale. There are pubs, cafes and shops in the village, which has a rich history stretching back to the 12th century.

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7.58 km

Grassington Market Place

Highlight • Historical Site

The village centre of Grassington is very attractive with lots of shops and places to eat. The village was used to depict Darrowby from the latest adaptation of All Creatures Great and Small.

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9.36 km

Grassington Hospital Grounds SSSI

Nature Reserve

11.6 km

High Banks Plantation

Forest

12.4 km

River Wharfe near Burnsall

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wild swimming can be fun when the river isn't flowing as fast.

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12.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.83 km

4.53 km

1.26 km

1.09 km

242 m

Surfaces

4.55 km

3.76 km

2.08 km

1.58 km

501 m

483 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

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The Red Lion Hotel, Burnsall