Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Malhamdale
Fountains Fell and Arncliffe from Malham Tarn
The classic Malham scenery gives way to wide open fell country and a summit that feels properly remote despite being only 8km from the village.
Distance
28.1 km
Ascent
612 m
Descent
610 m
Max elevation
657 m
Route type
Loop
Est. time
3h 35m – 4h 50m
Grade
Very Hard
Navigation
waymarked
Parking
BD23 4DJ
Dogs
Not suitable
Best seasons
spring/summer/autumn
About this route
A longer fell run from Malham Tarn onto the Pennine Way and up to Fountains Fell at 668m — an undervisited summit with big views over the southern Dales.
Hazards & notes
Boggy ground on the summit approaches after rain. Remote feel despite proximity to village.
Emergency
Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.
Full route, GPX download & live conditions:
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