Low Force Waterfall – High Force Waterfall loop from Youth Hostel

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Low Force Waterfall – High Force Waterfall loop from Youth Hostel

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Low Force Waterfall – High Force Waterfall loop from Youth Hostel

04:29

16.3km

270m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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North Pennines National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.37 km

Wynch Bridge

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Wynch Bridge is a chain suspension bridge across the River Tees. The narrow bridge — which is only wide enough for one person — makes for an exhilarating crossing over …

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8.46 km

Low Force Waterfall

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Low Force is a beautiful series of cascades on the River Tees. Along this section of Upper Teesdale, the river tumbles over the Whin Sill, a layer of hard dolerite …

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9.58 km

Riverside Path along the River Tees

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10.1 km

Footbridge over the River Tees

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11.0 km

High Force Waterfall

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High Force is one of England’s largest and most impressive waterfalls. Starting as a trickle high in the North Pennines, the River Tees steadily gathers pace until it drastically drops …

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11.2 km

River Above High Force Waterfall

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With a drop of 21 meters, this is one of the largest waterfalls in England and certainly one of the most impressive.
The area also holds geological significance, as some …

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16.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

3.51 km

1.76 km

237 m

Surfaces

4.86 km

4.58 km

3.48 km

1.66 km

901 m

673 m

Elevation

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Highest point (390 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

Weather

Thursday 8 October

12°C

6°C

81 %

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Max wind speed: 36.0 km/h

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Comments

November 5, 2023,Low Force & High Force waterfall loop

First few km were a slog. Route not clear, ground a bit boggy and lots of stiles, but after that it was lovely - especially the return walk along the water and waterfalls. Last few km were hard work!!!