Seven-mile walk offers quieter route around Malham Tarn

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 16:33 · Archive

A seven-mile walking route around Malham Tarn in the Dales avoids busy roads and offers better views.

A seven-mile walking route around Malham Tarn provides an escape from the heavy traffic on roads near the popular Dales attraction. The route begins at a free car park on the southern end of the tarn, three miles from the village centre, and is described as a peaceful spot with an information board.

Followers of the path arrive at the waters of Malham Tarn after 400 metres. The tarn is one of only two proper lakes in the Dales, alongside Semer Water. Unlike most bodies of water in the area, which disappear through limestone into caverns below, this tarn was created by a retreating glacier that gouged the rock to a significant depth, leaving a non-porous layer of slate that allows water to collect.

The route follows paths close to the lakeshore through woodland and wading bird habitat before ascending the grassy slopes near a wall. After a climb of 150 feet, walkers reach Great Close Hill, which offers excellent views over the tarn. The summit features an old hill fort, although some might mistake it for a wind shelter.

How it is being reported

• Best of Malham Tarn - without the crowdsEnjoy the quieter side - and better views - of Malham Tarn on this seven-mile walkKeighley News · 15 Oct, 15:49
• Best of Malham Tarn - without the crowdsEnjoy the quieter side - and better views - of Malham Tarn on this seven-mile walkWharfedale Observer · 15 Oct, 15:49

In this story: Malham Tarn · Semer Water · Great Close Hill · the Dales

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