Gillamoor is a village situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park in North Yorkshire, England. This region is characterized by its unique geographical position on a tabular hill, offering dramatic drops into steep-sided valleys and expansive moorland views. The diverse terrain around Gillamoor provides an exceptional setting for several outdoor sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities, Gillamoor offers a variety of…
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(11)
27
hikers
14.0km
03:47
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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185
hikers
7.83km
02:11
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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96
hikers
13.6km
03:47
250m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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35
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

2
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12.3km
00:35
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

63
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45.5km
01:52
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
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39.6km
01:56
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4
riders
42.5km
03:48
830m
830m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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1
riders
20.6km
01:27
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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37
riders
29.0km
02:32
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
riders
42.6km
03:35
800m
800m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
34.7km
02:24
640m
640m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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69
riders
39.3km
03:17
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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20
riders
23.4km
01:34
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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77
runners
19.6km
02:17
370m
370m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
runners
13.6km
01:40
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
13.1km
01:29
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
37.0km
04:15
590m
590m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
riders
37.9km
02:20
450m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
22.0km
01:27
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28
riders
37.4km
02:15
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
32.1km
01:56
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gillamoor, situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, provides opportunities for hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The area features 16 routes, with more than 24,000 visitors having explored them. These routes hold an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars.
Gillamoor offers family-friendly hiking options within its diverse landscape. These trails allow exploration of riverside paths and moorland routes. Specific guidance for these routes can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Gillamoor guide.
Gillamoor is an ideal base for hikers, with numerous trails originating from the village. Routes explore diverse landscapes, including riverside paths in Farndale and moorland routes with views of the 'Surprise View.' More details are available in the Hiking around Gillamoor guide.
Road cycling in the Gillamoor area features diverse landscapes with significant climbs and expansive moorland views. Routes like the North York Moors Cycleway and the Spaunton Manor Circuit offer varied experiences. The Road Cycling Routes around Gillamoor guide provides further information.
Mountain biking trails are available in the Gillamoor area, including options in Hood Grange Wood. Nearby Dalby Forest also offers world-class mountain biking experiences. The MTB Trails around Gillamoor guide details local routes.
Gillamoor is known for its dramatic drops into steep-sided valleys and expansive moorland views. The 'Surprise View' near the village church offers a significant vista over the River Dove and Farndale. Farndale is particularly noted for its riverside paths.
The outdoor routes in Gillamoor are popular among komoot users, with more than 24,000 visitors having explored the area. There are 16 routes available, which have received an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars from approximately 2,900 ratings.
Gillamoor offers easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. These routes provide access to the region's natural beauty without significant challenges. Details on these less strenuous paths can be found in the Easy hikes around Gillamoor guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Gillamoor, including Hiking around Gillamoor, Cycling around Gillamoor, and MTB Trails around Gillamoor. Additional guides cover road cycling, running, gravel biking, easy hikes, and family-friendly hikes.
Information regarding tourism and activities in the Gillamoor area is primarily managed through the North York Moors National Park Authority. Their website provides details on cycling and walking routes. The Authority can be reached by phone at 01439 772700.
Gillamoor's terrain supports various cycling types, including touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features well-paved surfaces for road cyclists and off-road trails for mountain bikers. The North York Moors Cycleway and Moor to Sea Cycle Network offer extensive routes.

