North Rigton is a village and civil parish located in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, England. This area is characterized by its picturesque rural setting, rolling countryside, and notable geological features such as Almscliffe Crag. The landscape offers a diverse range of terrain, including rural paths, open countryside views, and agricultural land, making it suitable for several outdoor sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more. The nearby Washburn Valley, with reservoirs like Fewston and Swinsty, also contributes to the region's appeal for outdoor activities.
North Rigton provides a variety of outdoor activities for different interests and fitness levels. The region features more than 10 routes, with options for hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and touring cycling. For those interested in exploring on foot, Hiking around North Rigton offers trails that navigate the varied terrain, including paths around Almscliffe Crag and through the open countryside. Cyclists can find diverse options, from paved roads suitable for Road Cycling Routes around North Rigton to unpaved tracks for mountain biking and gravel biking. The area's network of trails caters to both leisurely rides and more challenging routes, with many popular cycling routes in North Rigton providing scenic viewpoints. More than 127,000 visitors have shared their experiences in North Rigton, resulting in an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars for the available routes.
98
Routes
4.5
(143)
Average rating
1670
People visited

4.8
(46)
183
riders
46.1km
03:15
450m
450m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
(15)
56
riders
49.3km
03:23
680m
680m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(2)
27
riders
24.8km
01:40
250m
250m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
12
riders
40.7km
02:46
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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47
riders
62.4km
02:42
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

58
riders
106km
04:41
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

45
riders
99.0km
04:40
1,250m
1,250m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(2)
51
riders
22.6km
01:01
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.4
(8)
40
hikers
5.79km
01:39
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
(8)
34
hikers
10.0km
02:51
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(11)
26
hikers
15.7km
04:16
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
24
hikers
3.89km
01:06
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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62
runners
42.0km
04:53
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

24
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

52
runners
11.6km
01:17
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
runners
28.0km
02:57
270m
270m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
29
riders
35.9km
02:18
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
riders
48.5km
03:05
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
riders
63.1km
03:47
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
26
riders
27.9km
01:49
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
58.6km
03:52
620m
620m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
45.3km
03:06
550m
550m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

6
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
2
riders
22.4km
01:28
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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North Rigton offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 14 routes with an average rating of 4.42 stars from more than 127,000 visitors.
North Rigton provides 9 hiking routes, catering to various preferences. Detailed information on these trails is available in the Hiking around North Rigton guide.
North Rigton features 1 dedicated road cycling route. Cyclists can find more information and plan their rides using the Road Cycling Routes around North Rigton guide.
Mountain biking opportunities are available in North Rigton. Specific trails and routes can be explored through the MTB Trails around North Rigton guide.
North Rigton offers family-friendly hiking options. The Family-friendly hikes around North Rigton guide provides suitable routes for families.
Yes, North Rigton has trails suitable for walking with dogs. The Dog-friendly hikes around North Rigton guide lists appropriate routes.
A prominent natural feature in North Rigton is Almscliffe Crag, a striking rock formation. The Washburn Valley, with Fewston and Swinsty Reservoirs, also offers scenic views and tranquil walks.
North Rigton provides options for easier outdoor experiences. The Easy hikes around North Rigton guide highlights routes suitable for beginners or those seeking less challenging paths.
North Rigton is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 127,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 14 available routes have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars.
Yes, North Rigton offers traffic-free options for cyclists. The Traffic-free bike rides around North Rigton guide provides details on these routes.
Komoot offers several guides for North Rigton, including Hiking around North Rigton, Road Cycling Routes around North Rigton, and Gravel biking around North Rigton, among others.
The North Rigton Parish Council can be contacted via their official website at northrigton.org. A general contact number for the Clerk is 07885 768787.

