Hackness, a region in the North York Moors National Park, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. Its geography is defined by deep, branching valleys, extensive deciduous woodlands, and the prominent Corallian Escarpment, which creates a distinctive skyline. This area, historically a glacial lake, features a unique geological story and a carefully designed landscape around Hackness Hall. These natural and historical elements provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
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4.3
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Average rating
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4.3
(4)
14
hikers
6.85km
01:58
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
10.8km
02:57
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3
hikers
18.0km
04:58
310m
310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

1
hikers
21.3km
05:52
340m
340m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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1
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

45
riders
35.3km
01:59
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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38
riders
46.0km
02:17
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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29.7km
03:28
500m
510m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

24
runners
10.3km
01:08
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
7.28km
00:45
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
8.60km
00:56
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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28
riders
51.6km
04:09
720m
720m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49
riders
50.0km
02:51
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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4
riders
32.7km
02:37
470m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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7
riders
35.5km
02:23
460m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(3)
41
riders
15.2km
01:18
170m
170m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
riders
62.5km
05:05
730m
730m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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12
riders
98.5km
07:19
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

7
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hackness offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 15 routes across these sports. The komoot community rates Hackness routes highly, with an average of 4.5 stars.
Hackness provides diverse hiking opportunities for various ability levels. Popular routes include the Thirlsey loop from Hackness, an easy 4.3-mile (6.9 km) trail, and the Reasty Bank via Barns Cliff End loop, a moderate 6.7-mile (10.8 km) path. More options are available in the Hiking around Hackness guide.
Yes, Hackness features family-friendly hiking options. The Thirlsey loop from Hackness is an easy 4.3-mile (6.9 km) trail suitable for families, winding through tranquil woodlands and valleys. Additional routes can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Hackness guide.
Hackness offers routes for touring, road, and mountain biking. The Moor to Sea Cycle Network includes sections like Langdale End to Whitby and Highwood Brow to Scarborough. Further details are available in the Cycling around Hackness guide.
Yes, Hackness has mountain biking options. The Scalby Beck - Scalby Mills to Hackness Rd trail is a multi-use singletrack route. More information on trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Hackness guide.
Cycling routes in Hackness vary in difficulty, catering to different skill levels. Options range from comfortable tarmac stretches like the Dalby Forest Drive to unpaved sections within the Moor to Sea Cycle Network. Guides for specific sports, such as Road Cycling Routes around Hackness, provide more details.
Hackness is characterized by deep, branching valleys, extensive deciduous woodlands, and the prominent Corallian Escarpment. The area was historically a glacial lake, with sites like Hackness Rock Pit showcasing ammonite faunas. The designed landscape around Hackness Hall also features parkland and a lake.
Hackness is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 44,000 visitors sharing their experiences. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Hackness, covering various activities. These include Hiking around Hackness, Cycling around Hackness, and MTB Trails around Hackness. Guides for road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking are also available.
Yes, Hackness provides options for gravel biking. Specific routes and information can be found in the Gravel biking around Hackness guide. This guide details suitable paths for gravel cycling enthusiasts.
The Moor to Sea Cycle Network is a series of routes that pass through the Hackness region. It offers various sections, such as Langdale End to Whitby and Highwood Brow to Scarborough, providing options for different fitness levels and terrains, including paved and unpaved sections.
Yes, Hackness offers routes suitable for jogging. The region includes 3 dedicated jogging routes. Further details and specific routes can be explored in the Running Trails around Hackness guide.
As a distinct tourism region, Hackness does not have a single official website or general phone number for tourism inquiries. Information is typically found on broader regional tourism websites, such as Yorkshire.com, which lists things to do in Hackness. Specific komoot guides also provide detailed route information.

