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North West England

Bolton-Le-Sands

View of the Bay – Canal Swing Bridge loop from Bolton-le-Sands

Hiking trails & Routes

North West England

Bolton-Le-Sands

View of the Bay – Canal Swing Bridge loop from Bolton-le-Sands

Easy

13

hikers

View of the Bay – Canal Swing Bridge loop from Bolton-le-Sands

01:23

5.35km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

315 m

Lancaster Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The Lancaster Canal towpath (NCN 6) is a flat, lock-free route ideal for walking, cycling and spotting wildlife. Highlights include the impressive Lune Aqueduct, charming canalside pubs like the Waterwitch and frequent sightings of herons, swans, and even otters.

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2

359 m

View of the Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

1.62 km

Canal Swing Bridge

Highlight • Structure

A working swing bridge on the Lancaster Canal.

Tip by

4

3.79 km

View of Morecambe Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is the view from the waters edge at Bolton Le Sands, looking out over Morecambe Bay.

Tip by

5

3.84 km

Bolton-le-Sands Coastal Path

Highlight • Trail

6

4.22 km

Trail Between Meadows and Marshes

Highlight • Natural

B

5.35 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.24 km

2.19 km

527 m

331 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.65 km

1.57 km

567 m

482 m

< 100 m

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Friday 26 June

24°C

17°C

52 %

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