Ingleton Falls

A classic Yorkshire Dales hike featuring tumbling waterfalls, limestone gorges, ancient woodland, and wide open views across the glacial valley of Kingsdale.

Length: 4 miles

Duration: 3 hours

Difficulty: Easy

From £25 per person

Discover Yorkshire's most breathtaking long-distance trails with Hike Yorkshire's expertly guided multi-day adventures. Our itineraries combine stunning landscapes, fascinating local history, and comfortable accommodation, allowing you to focus fully on the journey.

Ex- military guides

Educational hikes

Historical and folklore commentary throughout

Small groups

Do you need a guide?

Hike Yorkshire provides ex-military guides who are highly trained in navigation, first aid, fieldcraft, and fitness. Their local knowledge is invaluable in ensuring your day out is both educational and enjoyable.

Conditions on the hills can change quickly, so taking a well-drilled professional along is the best way to make sure everyone returns safe and happy.

Explore the dramatic waterfalls and limestone landscapes of Ingleton Falls and the Kingsdale Valley.

This varied day hike takes you through one of the Yorkshire Dales’ most spectacular natural settings, combining tumbling waterfalls, narrow limestone gorges, and the wide open glacial valley of Kingsdale. Starting from the village of Ingleton, the route follows sections of the famous Ingleton Waterfalls Trail before branching out into quieter countryside beneath the slopes of Ingleborough.

The walk passes through ancient woodland, alongside fast-flowing rivers, and across open pasture with far-reaching views of the surrounding peaks. Stone paths and footbridges make the gorge sections accessible, while the later stages offer a sense of space and remoteness typical of the high Dales.

Guided walks focus on Ice Age geology, water power, and how rivers shaped early industry, farming, and settlement in this part of Yorkshire. With some stepped paths and steady climbs, the terrain is well defined and consistently rewarding, making this an ideal route for walkers seeking a classic Dales experience with depth and variety.

Sights of Interest

Thornton Force – A powerful waterfall dropping over a visible geological boundary between limestone and sandstone, clearly showing how the landscape was formed.
Pecca Falls – A series of elegant cascades linked by stone steps and bridges within a wooded gorge.
River Doe & River Twiss Gorges – Deep, narrow valleys carved by glacial meltwater, rich in mosses, ferns, and woodland wildlife.
Kingsdale Valley – A broad U shaped glacial valley offering expansive views towards Ingleborough and Whernside.
Limestone Pavements & Pasture – Classic Dales scenery featuring dry stone walls, grazing sheep, and exposed limestone shaped by thousands of years of weathering.

Why Choose Ingleton Falls?

A spectacular route featuring powerful waterfalls, limestone gorges, and stone footbridges
Varied scenery combining ancient woodland, fast-flowing rivers, and open glacial valleys
A walk rich in Ice Age geology, water power history, and classic Yorkshire Dales landscapes