Dartford is a town situated at the intersection of Kent, London, and Essex, offering diverse landscapes for outdoor pursuits. The area features a mix of heathland, woodlands, riverside paths, and expansive green spaces, providing varied terrain for exploration. This makes Dartford suitable for several sports like road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
Dartford provides a wide range of outdoor activities and routes for various interests. The region features more than 300 routes across…
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4.8
(5)
99
riders
34.4km
01:44
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

102
riders
81.1km
04:14
1,180m
1,180m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
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63
riders
38.6km
01:48
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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40
riders
22.0km
00:55
160m
160m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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132
runners
23.2km
02:27
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

59
runners
6.43km
00:44
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
runners
12.4km
01:18
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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27
runners
9.09km
00:57
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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69
riders
54.2km
03:21
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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32
riders
46.0km
02:52
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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39
riders
39.7km
02:28
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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30
riders
84.8km
05:36
1,220m
1,220m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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17
hikers
20.3km
05:11
70m
70m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
hikers
4.36km
01:09
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5
hikers
15.1km
04:01
160m
160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
hikers
5.82km
01:28
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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22
riders
57.5km
03:22
130m
130m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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5
riders
15.4km
01:07
110m
110m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
51.6km
03:32
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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6
riders
15.4km
01:11
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
riders
19.8km
01:21
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
38.0km
02:27
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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5
riders
32.4km
02:10
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Dartford offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 300 routes across these sports. These routes have been explored by over 33,000 visitors.
Dartford offers 45 hiking routes, with options through Dartford Heath and Darenth Country Park. The Darent Valley Path provides a 19-mile (30-kilometer) waymarked route. For more details, explore the guide Hiking around Dartford.
Dartford has 83 dedicated road cycling routes. These routes often feature diverse landscapes, including sections of National Cycle Route 1. Information on specific routes can be found in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Dartford.
Dartford offers 9 mountain biking routes. These trails often traverse areas like Beacon Wood Country Park, which features diverse forests and rolling hills. For detailed routes, consult the guide MTB Trails around Dartford.
Dartford features several family-friendly locations, such as Darenth Country Park with its paths and play areas. Central Park also offers landscaped gardens and riverside paths suitable for families. National Cycle Route 125 provides a mostly traffic-free and well-surfaced path.
Key natural attractions include Dartford Heath, a 300-acre lowland heath with diverse wildlife. Darenth Country Park offers pastures and wildflower meadows, while Beacon Wood Country Park features forests and panoramic views. Central Park provides green space in the town center.
Dartford is a popular destination on komoot, with over 33,000 visitors exploring its routes. The region's 309 routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Dartford, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Dartford, Road Cycling Routes around Dartford, and Cycling around Dartford.
The Darent Valley Path is a 19-mile (30-kilometer) waymarked path that offers walking opportunities. It meanders from the River Thames at Dartford through the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This path connects various natural landscapes.
Dartford provides easy cycling options, particularly along National Cycle Route 125, which is mostly traffic-free and well-surfaced. Riverside paths along the Darent also offer scenic and relatively flat routes. Darenth Country Park features meandering paths suitable for leisurely bike rides.
The official website for Dartford Borough Council is www.dartford.gov.uk. This website provides local information and services. For direct inquiries, the main phone number is 01322 343434.
Dartford offers 81 routes specifically for touring cycling. These routes often utilize scenic riverside paths along the Darent and Thames. The guide Cycling around Dartford provides further details on these options.
Dartford Heath is an extensive lowland heath spanning over 300 acres. It is recognized as an Area of Local Landscape Importance and a Site of Nature Conservation Interest. The heath features acid grassland, woodland, heather, and dwarf gorse, with three seasonal ponds.
Dartford has 91 jogging routes available. Dartford Heath offers peaceful solitude and sweeping views for runners. Central Park also provides riverside paths along the Darent suitable for jogging. For more options, refer to the guide Running Trails around Dartford.

