Aysgarth Falls
The Upper, Middle and Lower Falls, where the River Ure tumbles over broad limestone steps.
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 60 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 229 m
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About this walk
Aysgarth Falls is an easy 3.3 km out-and-back walk with 60 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Aysgarth Falls national park centre (grid reference SE 008 881).
At Aysgarth, the River Ure drops over a series of wide limestone steps in three groups of falls: the Upper, Middle and Lower Falls. Paths from the national park centre lead through Freeholders' Wood to each of them.
They're at their most impressive after heavy rain, when the river turns brown with peat and thunders over the steps.
Route
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1
The Upper Falls
Walk to the Upper Falls by the old bridge.
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2
Middle and Lower Falls
Follow the paths through Freeholders' Wood to the Middle and Lower Falls, and return.
Summit
On the way
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Aysgarth FallsWaterfall · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Aysgarth Falls take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 3.3 km route, which has 60 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Aysgarth Falls national park centre (grid reference SE 008 881). Pay car park at the national park centre.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses along Wensleydale. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Woodland paths and some steps; rocks by the river are slippery.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep away from the edge of the falls, especially when the river is high.
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