Quernmore is a region in Lancashire, England, situated approximately 3 miles east of Lancaster, within the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The landscape features diverse terrain, from expansive open moorland and rolling hills to tranquil river valleys like the River Conder and River Lune. This varied geography provides a suitable environment for several sports like jogging, touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities, Quernmore offers more…
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4.5
(24)
88
hikers
8.33km
02:44
290m
290m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(13)
137
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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72
hikers
5.10km
01:21
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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30
hikers
6.67km
02:24
300m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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8
runners
29.2km
03:41
580m
590m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4
runners
15.6km
01:44
60m
60m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

143
runners
14.3km
01:29
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

84
runners
13.5km
01:42
390m
390m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.9
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187
riders
28.1km
01:41
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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128
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28.0km
01:38
70m
70m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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58
riders
66.8km
04:43
1,120m
1,120m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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47
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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56
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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47
riders
23.2km
01:13
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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44
riders
25.9km
01:00
80m
80m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

43
riders
5.45km
00:16
70m
70m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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6
riders
55.8km
04:01
1,090m
1,080m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
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24.2km
01:16
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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13
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
22.0km
01:15
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
riders
18.8km
01:03
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25.4km
01:44
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
22.9km
01:27
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Quernmore offers a variety of outdoor activities including jogging, touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region has more than 100 routes available for exploration. More than 55,000 visitors have explored Quernmore, with routes rated an average of 4.52 out of 5 stars.
Quernmore features over 30 curated hiking routes, ranging from easy, short walks to challenging full-day treks. Terrain includes rural footpaths, gravel tracks, and some tarmac sections. Routes lead to prominent features like Clougha Pike and offer gentle riverside walks along the River Lune. For more details, see the Hiking around Quernmore guide.
Yes, Quernmore provides family-friendly hiking routes suitable for various ages and abilities. These routes often feature gentler terrain and shorter distances. Specific options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Quernmore guide.
Quernmore offers an extensive network for both touring and road cycling. Touring cyclists can explore paths through the River Conder and Lune valleys, while road cyclists can tackle challenging routes like the 'Full Quernmore Climb' with gradients up to 16%. More information is available in the Cycling around Quernmore and Road Cycling Routes around Quernmore guides.
Quernmore offers diverse terrain for jogging, including gentle riverside paths along the River Lune and more strenuous moorland trails with significant elevation changes towards Clougha Pike. The region has 53 dedicated jogging routes. A comprehensive overview of options is available in the Running Trails around Quernmore guide.
Yes, Quernmore includes options for mountain biking and gravel biking. There are 3 mountain biking routes and several gravel biking opportunities. Details for these activities can be found in the MTB Trails around Quernmore and Gravel biking around Quernmore guides.
Quernmore is situated within the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), featuring expansive moorland, rolling hills, and river valleys like the River Conder and River Lune. Prominent landmarks include Clougha Pike, offering challenging ascents, and the Jubilee Tower, which provides panoramic views.
Some hiking routes in Quernmore are accessible via public transport. Specific routes that start near bus stations are detailed in the Hikes from bus stations around Quernmore guide. This resource helps in planning trips without a personal vehicle.
Outdoor routes in Quernmore have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on feedback from more than 4,900 users who have explored the region's 101 routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Quernmore, including 'Running Trails around Quernmore', 'Cycling around Quernmore', 'Hiking around Quernmore', 'Road Cycling Routes around Quernmore', 'Family-friendly hikes around Quernmore', 'Easy hikes around Quernmore', 'MTB Trails around Quernmore', 'Hikes from bus stations around Quernmore', 'Traffic-free bike rides around Quernmore', and 'Gravel biking around Quernmore'.
The Quernmore Parish Council maintains a website at http://www.quernmoreparishcouncil.org.uk. For broader regional tourism information, the Visit Lancashire website is a resource. The Parish Council can be contacted at +44152432789 for local inquiries.

