Cloughton is a region situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, with direct access to the Yorkshire coastline. The landscape features a mix of dramatic coastal formations, serene woodlands, and expansive moorlands, creating varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This area is characterized by its coastal paths, former railway lines, and the rising scarp slope of the North York Moors to the west. It offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling,…
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6.41km
01:50
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.6km
04:45
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.8km
02:54
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130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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02:17
450m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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01:18
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350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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57.1km
04:21
750m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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52.8km
04:19
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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59.6km
04:03
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.5km
01:04
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19.5km
01:22
130m
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:18
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.4km
02:39
560m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.06km
00:38
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.9km
03:42
660m
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.2km
02:15
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50.0km
02:51
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:37
470m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.0km
00:49
160m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.4km
01:44
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Cloughton offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region's landscape features coastal paths, woodlands, and moorlands, providing diverse terrain for these sports. There are 57 routes available in the area.
Cloughton features numerous hiking opportunities, including sections of the Cleveland Way long-distance footpath. The Harwood Dale and Cloughton Woods loop is a moderate 10.9-mile (17.6 km) route. Trails around Cloughton Wyke also provide scenic walking options. More details can be found in the Hiking around Cloughton guide.
Yes, Cloughton provides a diverse landscape for mountain biking, with trails often following river valleys and coastal paths. Routes include the Ravenscar WWII Radar Station – View from Larpool Viaduct loop, a moderate 32.6-mile (52.5 km) trail. The MTB Trails around Cloughton guide offers further information.
Road cycling in Cloughton utilizes coastal paths, national park trails, and former railway lines like the Cinder Track. Routes such as the Hackness Village – Throxenby Mere from Burniston are popular. The Road Cycling Routes around Cloughton guide details various options.
Cloughton offers hiking routes suitable for families. These trails provide accessible ways to explore the region's natural beauty. For specific suggestions, consult the Family-friendly hikes around Cloughton guide.
Yes, there are dog-friendly hiking options available in Cloughton. These routes allow visitors to explore the area with their canine companions. Refer to the Dog-friendly hikes around Cloughton guide for suitable trails.
Cloughton's natural features include Cloughton Wyke, a picturesque horseshoe cove, and the dramatic coastal formations along the Yorkshire coastline. The area also encompasses serene woodlands, such as Cloughton Woodlands, and expansive moorlands of the North York Moors National Park.
Cloughton provides easy hiking trails suitable for beginners or those seeking less strenuous walks. These routes offer a gentle introduction to the region's landscapes. The Easy hikes around Cloughton guide lists accessible options.
Outdoor activities in Cloughton are popular on komoot, with more than 55,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 57 available routes have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars from over 4,800 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Cloughton, including Hiking around Cloughton, MTB Trails around Cloughton, and Road Cycling Routes around Cloughton. Other guides cover family-friendly, dog-friendly, easy, and waterfall hikes, as well as cycling and running trails.
Official information for the Cloughton Parish Council is available on their website. For general tourism inquiries related to the wider area, the Scarborough Tourist Information Point can be contacted at 01723 383636. The North York Moors National Park also provides visitor information.

