Leighton Moss Nature Reserve – Arnside Knott Trails loop from Arnside

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Leighton Moss Nature Reserve – Arnside Knott Trails loop from Arnside

Easy

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Leighton Moss Nature Reserve – Arnside Knott Trails loop from Arnside

00:55

14.4km

210m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.88 km

Leighton Moss Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The stunning Leighton Moss Reservoir was created in 1964 to provide saltmarsh habitats for rare and beautiful wildlife. You will find bitterns, red deer and Greylag geese hiding amongst the reed beds.

Run by the RSPB, the reserve has a visitor centre with a shop and tea room as well as observation hides around the site. The reserve is open from 9am until dusk daily and entrance is free.

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7.31 km

RSPB Leighton Moss Visitor Centre

Highlight • Cafe

RSPB visitor centre with a shop, cafe and lots of friendly advice and tips about the local wildlife.

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7.39 km

RSPB Leighton Moss Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great little cafe above the gift shop. Good selection of food and drink and cyclists and walkers get 10% off their bill 👍🚴☕

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9.46 km

Silverdale Coastal Landscape

Highlight • Forest

Silverdale village sits on the border between Cumbria and Lancaster. It is part of the Arnside and Silverdale AONB. An area of small limestone hills, picturesque coastline and mixed woodland. There are a number of cafes, hotels and pubs to fill up pre / post ride!

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