Long Drax is a region characterized by its flat and expansive landscapes, shaped primarily by the River Ouse. This low-lying terrain with minimal elevation changes makes it an accessible destination for various outdoor activities. The area features tranquil riverside paths, extensive reclaimed wetlands, and open agricultural countryside, providing a serene backdrop for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, and more. These natural features offer a peaceful environment for exploration and gentle exercise.
63
Routes
4
(22)
Average rating
501
People visited

4.3
(7)
22
hikers
7.87km
01:59
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
hikers
7.36km
01:51
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
hikers
5.34km
01:21
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
6
hikers
7.37km
01:52
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
riders
20.9km
01:00
20m
20m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.7
(3)
22
riders
32.3km
01:24
40m
40m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
26.6km
01:17
20m
20m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
63.7km
02:39
120m
120m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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11
riders
32.9km
01:55
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
21.6km
01:15
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
13
riders
13.0km
00:49
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
27.7km
01:28
50m
50m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
32.5km
01:47
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
1
riders
51.6km
02:40
100m
100m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
24.8km
01:19
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
runners
12.8km
01:19
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
8.01km
00:49
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
11.4km
01:10
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
5.54km
00:34
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Long Drax offers a variety of outdoor activities including road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, and mountain biking. The region features 9 routes that have been explored by more than 12,000 visitors.
The Long Drax region is characterized by flat and expansive landscapes, shaped by the River Ouse. Its low-lying terrain has minimal elevation changes, making it suitable for easy and accessible excursions across various sports.
Outdoor routes in Long Drax are well-regarded, with an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars from 627 reviews. More than 12,000 visitors have explored the 9 available routes on komoot.
Yes, Long Drax offers road cycling routes. The flat terrain is ideal for rides through agricultural landscapes and along riverbanks. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Long Drax guide.
Yes, touring cycling routes are available in Long Drax, providing rides through the region's flat and expansive landscapes. Details on these routes are available in the Cycling around Long Drax guide.
Long Drax features several hiking trails, including paths along the River Ouse and through nature reserves. Hikers can find routes in the Hiking around Long Drax and Easy hikes around Long Drax guides.
Yes, Long Drax offers running trails suitable for jogging. These routes often follow riverside paths and pass through open countryside. Information on these trails is available in the Running Trails around Long Drax guide.
Notable natural features include tranquil riverside paths along the River Ouse, extensive reclaimed wetlands, and the serene Newhay Lakes. The Barmby Barrage is a significant structure offering picturesque views, and the Skylark Centre and Nature Reserve provides opportunities for wildlife observation.
Yes, the region hosts several nature reserves. The Skylark Centre and Nature Reserve, located at Drax Power Station, offers marked walks and wildlife spotting. Nearby, Eastrington Ponds Nature Reserve and Fishlake Ponds provide additional tranquil spaces for walking and birdwatching.
The flat and accessible network of trails in Long Drax makes it suitable for families. Eastrington Ponds Nature Reserve, for example, offers wheelchair and buggy-friendly pathways, providing easy access for all.
Yes, the Long Drax region is well-suited for beginners due to its predominantly flat terrain and minimal elevation changes. Guides like Easy hikes around Long Drax highlight accessible options.
Komoot offers several guides for Long Drax, including Road Cycling Routes, Touring Cycling, Running Trails, Hiking, Easy Hikes, and MTB Trails.
While there isn't a single tourism website for the entire region, information about the Skylark Centre and Nature Reserve is available on the Drax Global website. For general inquiries related to Drax Power Station, the contact number is +44(0)1757 618381.

