Best waterfalls in Yorkshire dales

Best waterfalls in Yorkshire dales

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A list of the best waterfalls including wild swim spots put together for the adventure lover. If you are planning a trip to Yorkshire then these suggestions are for you
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Hardraw Force Waterfall
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From here there are 2 further waterfalls to visit; Hardraw Force and Aysgarth Falls. Both spectacular in their own way so I would recommend seeing both if you can. Hardraw Force is a single drop waterfall, the highest in England. Entry is behind the Green Dragon Inn and it is paid entry. The walk to the waterfall and back can be done in around 30 minutes.
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Stainforth Force
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Jumping salmon in the autumn
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Yordas Cave
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With a secret waterfall inside you can swim in
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Gaping Gill
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Once a year you can book with BPC or Craven pothole club to get the winch down here
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Cautley Spout
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One of the most impressive waterfalls in the Dales, simply because it can be seen from a great distance, Cautley Spout is another lesser frequented cascade. The hike to the top of the waterfall is hard and steep, perhaps putting off less hardy hikers, but the view from the top is more than worth the climb.
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Kisdon Force
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You can jump in here. Wild swim spot
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Janet's Foss
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Cotter Force
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More impressive cascades close to the village of Hawes, Cotter Force is a popular spot due to its easy access path that enables wheelchair and pushchairs to reach the waterfalls. The series of six waterfalls may be individually small in comparison to other falls in the area, but the overall sight is incredibly impressive, especially shrouded by the surrounding woodland.
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Catrigg Force
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If you want to get a little more off the beaten track and discover a waterfall that you might just have all to yourself, head to the small village of Stainforth just outside Settle. Admire the salmon leaping up Stainforth Force just a short stroll from the carpark, then walk through the village and uphill to seek out a more secluded spot. Catrigg Force lies within a deep gorge, surrounded by trees and vegetation. The short hike will bring you out above the waterfall, allowing visitors to peer down into the abyss.
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Gaping Gill
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Once a year you can book with BPC or Craven pothole club to get the winch down here
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Cautley Spout
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One of the most impressive waterfalls in the Dales, simply because it can be seen from a great distance, Cautley Spout is another lesser frequented cascade. The hike to the top of the waterfall is hard and steep, perhaps putting off less hardy hikers, but the view from the top is more than worth the climb.
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Ingleton Waterfalls Trail
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Perhaps the most impressive of all the waterfall spots in the Yorkshire Dales, the Ingleton Waterfalls walk reels in hordes of visitors thanks to its extensive collection of impressive waterfalls all on one route. The seven-mile circular trek leads uphill before crossing fields to loop back round, taking in several waterfalls on both the climb and the descent. The most impressive cascades to look out for are Pecca Falls with its five waterfalls dropping an overall 30 metres, Beezley Falls for the three side-by-side cascades and the star of the route, the dramatic Thornton Force.
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Scaleber Force Waterfall
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Cray Gill Waterfall
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Gastack Beck Waterfall
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Harmby Waterfall
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Valley of desolation - waterfall
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Catrake Force
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Baxenghyll Gorge
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Gill Beck Waterfall
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Goit Stock Waterfall
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Mallyan Spout Waterfall
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Could combine this with Goathland railway
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Posforth Gill Beck
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The placement on Google is in the wrong place. As I found out while looking for it. Just follow the river walk and take the little side paths and you'll find it. Beautiful waterfall. You can walk to the top along the path. Was red hot when I was there. Unlucky for me it wasn't that deep for a swim,but still well worth going to
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Cauldron Falls
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Wensley Waterfall
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https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data%3D!4m5!14m4!1m3!1m2!1s105148801432745794633!2s0x487c1b65834820b9:0xa01628474a87481a&ved=2ahUKEwiKrrfsjdiAAxXQYPEDHcbzAx8Qv_QBegQIEhAH&opi=89978449&usg=AOvVaw1hvYQ1i9qKRWT6HcSBmHVe Behind a candle shop 1 minute walk its hidden
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Bronte Waterfall
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Thomason Foss Wood
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A bit wobbly under foot if its wet getting there but worth the amble along the path to it though shoes with a good sole will help if its been raining. Good place for scrambling around on the rocks, children will love it, but keep a watchful eye.
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Hopefully you will enjoy exploring these spots.

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