Fremington Edge and Arkle Beck
Yorkshire Dales National Park
Moorland and indstrial archaeology
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 438 m
- Descent
- 438 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 182 m
- High Point
- 462 m
- Gradient
- 9˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 182 m to the maximum altitude of 462 m, the route covers 14 km, 438 vertical metres of ascent and 438 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Good views over the Swaledale valley and interesting but bleak remnants of a lead mining industry from Roman times until the 19th Century. Park in Reeth. Honesty box; £2.00 (2023)
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Best time to visit
Features
- Historical