Little Altcar is a region in the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton, Merseyside, England, characterized by its diverse landscapes and significant natural features. The area encompasses extensive green belt land, the estuary mouth of the River Alt, and forms part of the Sefton Coast sand-dune system, which is recognized as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). This varied terrain provides a setting for several outdoor activities like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Little Altcar offers a range of outdoor activities for various skill levels. The region features 2 routes across several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more. For those interested in exploring the area on foot, there are options for Hiking around Little Altcar, including trails that traverse open farmland and coastal dunes. Cyclists can find suitable paths for both road and touring, with routes like the Sefton Coast Cycleway providing traffic-free sections. Discover specific options for Road Cycling Routes around Little Altcar or explore Cycling around Little Altcar to find routes that suit different preferences. More than 14,000 visitors have shared their experiences in Little Altcar, resulting in an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars for the available routes.
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4.5
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Average rating
1238
People visited

4.8
(12)
296
riders
126km
05:26
550m
550m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

39
riders
23.5km
01:20
40m
40m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

32
riders
21.9km
01:00
40m
40m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

25
riders
37.6km
01:41
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
(9)
71
riders
53.3km
03:09
110m
110m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

43
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38.1km
02:19
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
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56.7km
03:15
100m
100m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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25
riders
29.9km
01:42
40m
40m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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54
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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49
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

15
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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riders
29.3km
01:37
50m
50m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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22
hikers
17.6km
04:26
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
hikers
6.89km
01:45
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
hikers
5.71km
01:26
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
runners
6.60km
00:41
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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runners
16.7km
01:44
30m
30m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
19.1km
01:58
30m
30m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Little Altcar offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features routes that cater to different interests and skill levels. More than 14,000 visitors have shared their experiences on komoot.
Little Altcar is suitable for road cycling, with cycle paths on the dune side of the railway line and adjacent to the bypass. The Sefton Coast Cycleway provides traffic-free sections connecting to Formby. For more details, explore Road Cycling Routes around Little Altcar.
Yes, Little Altcar features several hiking routes, such as the Lunt Meadows Circular walk and the Hoggs Hill to Cabin Hill Trail, which is approximately 3.4 miles (5.5 km) long. Trails also extend through Formby Dunes and along Formby Beach. Find more options in Hiking around Little Altcar and Easy hikes around Little Altcar.
Little Altcar is characterized by extensive green belt land and the estuary mouth of the River Alt. It forms part of the Sefton Coast sand-dune system, which is the largest in England and protected as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The area also includes Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve.
The region is home to diverse wildlife, particularly at the Altcar Training Camp, which supports thousands of passage and over-wintering birds. Its dunes provide habitat for internationally protected species like the Sand Lizard and the Natterjack Toad. The area's woodland plantations also host the nationally rare Red Squirrel.
Many paths and routes in and around Little Altcar are accessible, offering options for various skill and fitness levels. The Hoggs Hill to Cabin Hill Trail is an accessible circular route. Some surfaces are paved, while others can be unmade.
Little Altcar is well-suited for touring cycling, with cycle paths and the Sefton Coast Cycleway offering routes for various fitness levels. Formby, closely associated with Little Altcar, also has excellent cycle routes. Explore more options in Cycling around Little Altcar.
Komoot offers several guides for Little Altcar, including Road Cycling Routes around Little Altcar, Hiking around Little Altcar, Cycling around Little Altcar, Running Trails around Little Altcar, Easy hikes around Little Altcar, and MTB Trails around Little Altcar.
Little Altcar is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 14,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The available routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on over 440 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Little Altcar offers options for mountain biking. Users can find specific routes and information in the MTB Trails around Little Altcar guide. The varied terrain, including coastal areas and green belt land, provides diverse riding experiences.
The official website for the Little Altcar Parish Council is https://www.littlealtcar-pc.gov.uk/. This resource provides local information and details about the area.
The Little Altcar Parish Council can be contacted by phone at 01704 395955. This number connects to the Clerk, Mrs Claire Jenkins, for inquiries regarding the parish.

