Thrope Edge and How Stean Gorge loop from Lofthouse — Nidderdale
Thrope Edge and How Stean Gorge loop from Lofthouse — Nidderdale
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05:10
17.2km
510m
Hiking
Embark on a difficult 10.7-mile (17.2 km) hiking loop from Lofthouse that takes you through the dramatic landscapes of Nidderdale, featuring a significant 1662 feet (507 metres) of elevation gain. This challenging route, estimated to take around 5 hours and 9 minutes, offers varied terrain including gravel tracks, woodland paths,…
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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Your route passes through a protected area
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Nidderdale AONB
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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2.81 km
Highlight • Structure
Tip by
13.2 km
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
15.9 km
Highlight • Natural Monument
Tip by
17.2 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
12.2 km
2.07 km
1.49 km
904 m
552 m
Surfaces
5.83 km
5.03 km
2.66 km
2.06 km
1.36 km
298 m
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Elevation
Highest point (430 m)
Lowest point (170 m)
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Wednesday 6 May
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27 %
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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h
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This route was planned by komoot.
Good walk from Middlesmoor over to Scar House Reservoir, there are fantastic views of Upper Nidderdale along the route.