Gunnerside Gill Loop

A popular trail with both walkers and mountain bikers, the Gunnerside Gill Loop offers some really great examples of the high and low terrain that can be found with the Yorkshire Dales. From peaceful, vibrant green valleys to barren stretches of moor, this route will give you a real taste of what makes this area so unique.

Setting out from the car park, you will make your way to the northwest along the edge of Hard Level Gill, passing in between the dramatic hills that characterize the moorland terrain here before climbing uphill to the west. Enjoy the views of the surrounding area from this elevated position before descending the hillside into the tranquil valley.

Once you have passed by the old Bunton Mine buildings and have met up with the banks of Gunnerside Gill, follow them to the south before climbing partially up the hillside to traverse the slopes to the southeast. This somewhat elevated position will produce some nice views across the dale, as you eventually make your way down towards the village of Gunnerside. From here, you will head to the east and climb back uphill to meet up with the road, following it back to the trailhead where you began.