Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Skipton and Craven
Skipton Moor, Cawder Lane and the Canal
Two different surfaces in one short route - open moor underfoot for the climb, then a flat, easy canal towpath to bring you home.
Distance
9.8 km
Ascent
267 m
Descent
284 m
Max elevation
371 m
Route type
Point to point
Est. time
1h 15m – 1h 45m
Grade
Moderate
Navigation
straightforward
Parking
BD23 1AH
Dogs
Welcome
Best seasons
spring, summer, autumn
About this route
A short point-to-point route from Skipton over Skipton Moor and down Cawder Lane, finishing on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath. 9.8km, 267m of ascent, mixing open moor with flat canal miles.
Hazards & notes
The moor section can be boggy after rain, and the canal towpath is shared with cyclists and anglers, so keep your speed sensible near town.
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/skipton-moor-cawder-lane-canal
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