North York Moors National Park
The North York Moors National Park boasts a beautiful landscape of moorlands, coastline, ancient woodlands and historic site. Visit the local towns and villages or walk out onto the moors to discover a landscape that has been shaped by man and nature.
As well as epic walking and cycling adventures, you can visit sites dating from the Iron Age to the Industrial Age, or take a trip on a steam train with the North York Moors heritage railway.
North York Moors National Park Maps & Guidebooks
Where are the North York Moors?
The North York Moors are located in North Yorkshire, England, covering an area of 554 square miles.
Interactive Map of the North York Moors
Popular activities include hiking, cycling, wildlife watching, and exploring historic sites like Rievaulx Abbey and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. In addition to hiking and cycling, visitors can enjoy horse riding, fishing, and visiting charming villages like Goathland and Helmsley.
Key sights include the heather moorland, coastal cliffs, and landmarks such as Roseberry Topping and the Cleveland Way National Trail. Must-see attractions include the coastal town of Whitby, the historic Rievaulx Abbey, and the scenic Esk Valley.
The heather typically blooms in late summer, from August to early September, creating a stunning purple landscape.
There are 50 trig points in the North York Moors National Park. These trig points are scattered across the park, providing excellent locations for navigation training and enjoying panoramic views.
North York Moors National Park Routes
Rosedale Roasting Kilns Walk – North York Moors
Rosedale in the North York Moors holds many secrets of a deep history that are ready to be discovered. We will explore these on this moderately challenging walk that starts and finishes in the village of Rosedale Abbey.
Roseberry Topping Walk – A Perfect Family Hike!
Roseberry Topping Walk – The iconic Roseberry Topping Hill sticks up like a fang from the long escarpment at the northern edge of the North York Moors.
6 classic walks in the North York Moors
Planning a visit to the North York Moors? Try one of these fantastic walks around the stunning countryside. With various lengths and difficulties, there’s something for everyone.
Hawnby Hill Crag Circular – North York Moors
Hawnby Circular Walk: Seize the day by discovering some of the finest views that the North York Moors has to offer.
Wensleydale Bike Club invasion of Sutton Bank
Helen Pollard and the Wensleydale Bike Club took a bunch of children to explore Sutton Bank – and now you can follow the adventure too!
Explore the white rose way from leeds to scarborough
Explore the White Rose Way from Leeds to Scarborough – this new easy long-distance walking route is ideal for beginners
