North Yorkshire Moors offers acres of moorland, hills and purple heather on the moor tops offering endless days walking or running in the amazing landscape. Our guests find fantastic beauty spots and always say one visit is never enough. At Scaling Dam there is so much to do ….
Just a two minutes walk from Forge Cottage you have Scaling Dam North Yorkshire with a gentle 4.8-km circular trail taking you along the banks of the Dam up onto the moorland and around the lake to the finish at the fishing lodge and sailing club.
The walk is considered an easy route, taking an average of 1hr.30 minutes to complete with a steady pace. The trail is great for walking and running. Car parks can be found at either end of the reservoir with toilet and Refreshments at the fishing lodge and sailing club.