Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Skipton and Craven
Skipton Woods and Canal
Castle woods on the way out, canal on the way back. Skipton has better trail running on its doorstep than most people realise, and this circuit shows it.
Distance
11.5 km
Ascent
111 m
Descent
111 m
Max elevation
203 m
Route type
Loop
Est. time
2h 5m – 2h 50m
Grade
Moderate
Navigation
straightforward
Parking
BD23 1LG
Dogs
Welcome
Best seasons
spring, summer, autumn, winter
About this route
An 11.5km circuit from Skipton threading through the castle woods, Skipton Rock, and the Leeds–Liverpool Canal towpath - varied terrain all within easy reach of the town centre.
Hazards & notes
Canal towpath shared with cyclists - particularly busy on summer weekends. Limestone paths can be slippery when wet.
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-woods-canal
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