Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Wharfedale

Simon's Seat from Bolton Abbey

Woodland, waterfall, open moorland, and a gritstone tor — this route packs an unusual amount of variety into one 21.9km day out.

Distance

21.9 km

Ascent

534 m

Descent

530 m

Max elevation

469 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

2h 50m – 3h 50m

Grade

Hard

Navigation

straightforward

Parking

BD23 6EX

Dogs

Not suitable

Best seasons

spring/summer/autumn/winter

About this route

A varied circular from Bolton Abbey through the Valley of Desolation to the dramatic gritstone summit of Simon's Seat at 485m.

Stepping stones can be impassable in high water — use the footbridge instead. The summit tor involves a short scramble.

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/wharfedale/simons-seat-bolton-abbey

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