Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Skipton and Craven
Barden Moor from Embsay Reservoir
Big moorland miles and some really nice fast and flowing trails. Covers proper ground without the serious climbing of the Dales fells.
Distance
18.3 km
Ascent
519 m
Descent
515 m
Max elevation
501 m
Route type
Loop
Est. time
2h 25m – 3h 15m
Grade
Hard
Navigation
map_skills
Parking
BD23 6SH
Dogs
Welcome
Best seasons
spring, summer, autumn
About this route
A longer moorland circuit from Embsay Reservoir taking in the full sweep of Barden Moor with some of the best trails in the Yorkshire Dales from Cracoe War Memorial back to the reservoir.
Hazards & notes
Some pathless moorland sections on the higher ground. Boggy after rain. Grouse shooting August to December.
Emergency
Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.
Full route, GPX download & live conditions:
https://trailrunningplanet.com/routes/england/yorkshire-dales/skipton-and-craven/barden-moor-embsay-reservoir
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