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Malham Tarn, Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Yorkshire
A view of Malham Tarn | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris
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Watersinks to Malham Tarn easy stroll

This short linear walk takes you along the shores of Malham Tarn, a scenic and internationally important wetland site.

Total steps: 4

Total steps: 4

Start point

Watersinks car park, Malham Tarn, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24. Grid ref: SD895658

Step 1

Park at Watersinks car park and follow the grassy path north, away from the road, along the Pennine Way. Continue following the grassy path as it bends to the right before joining the track. Continue on the track to the gate.

Step 2

Go through the gate and continue on the track along the shores of Malham Tarn.

Step 3

Continue through the woods and walk to the right, around the back of Tarn House. Pause at our small exhibition about Malham Tarn's National Nature Reserve.

Step 4

When you reach this point, turn around and retrace your steps to the car park.

End point

Watersinks car park, Malham Tarn, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24. Grid ref: SD895658

Trail map

Map showing route and steps of the Malham Watersinks to Malham Tarn stroll
Watersinks to Malham Tarn stroll | © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey

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