The Best Walks near Burley in Wharfedale
Some of the best walks near
Burley in Wharfedale are also some of the greatest in West Yorkshire. It is guaranteed that you will definitely find that the area’s natural beauty is enough to inspire you into walking for hours. So, whether you’re living in the area already or you’re just here for a visit, here are a few of the best walks near
Burley in Wharfedale.
The Cow and Calf Ilkley Moor Circular Walk
It’s up to you where you start this walk, but we recommended starting and ending at
The Wheatley Arms. Taking around 2 hours to complete, it’s one of the shorter walks near Burley in Wharfedale and it will take you onto Ilkley Moor for some breath-taking views out across the local countryside. You’ll also discover an historic well cottage as well as some bold rock formations as your progress along the route. It’s a customisable walk so it’s up to you how you choose to tackle it, but either way it is a great introductory walk if you’re new to the area.
This circular walk near Burley in Wharfedale will take you around 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete, and is a great route not just for walking, but running and mountain biking too. It can be tough in places with some challenging climbs, but we can promise that the wonderful views you’ll come across are well worth the effort – and who knows, you may even run into some of the local wildlife such as sheep and highland cows!
If you’re looking for a moderately challenging and slightly longer walk than the previous two in the local area, then the Guiseley Gap Circular walk may be the perfect route for you. Taking just under 4 hours to complete, you’ll be spoiled by glorious views along the route, and you’ll also have the opportunity, due to the length and diversity of one of the best walks near Burley in Wharfedale, to take part in some great outdoor activities. These could include camping or mountain biking, should you choose to shake up your walk and try something different on this great route.
If you’re taking the family for a walk and you have little legs to consider, then one of the shorter walks near Burley in Wharfedale could be a good option for you. The Spring Wood Circular walk takes an average of 52 minutes to complete and it’s a top circular walk near Burley in Wharfedale. Along the way you can search for wildlife, including amazing birds and discover some of the area’s most impressive trees. Although this walk may not be the most demanding, it’s absolutely rewarding. As the saying goes, sometimes, less is more.
This walk covers a moderately challenging route, taking just under 4 hours to complete. It is a lengthy13.7-km circular walk near Burley Wharfedale. Along this route you’ll find yourself witnessing breath-taking views as you climb hills, wander through farmland and head into the moorlands. This route can be a tough one but it’s generally not a problem for experienced walkers, and it is definitely worth the distance.
The Heritage View Circular Walk
This is a great trail through Ilkley Moor, and one of the best walks near Burley in Wharfedale. You’re bound to see many fellow walkers on this 2 hour and 30-minute route, and on the journey, you visit some of West Yorkshire’s most brilliant spots including Rombald's Moor, Shepherd's Hill, and High Craig as you take this moderately easy circular route. Stick to the path though, it can be boggy!