Things to Do in Lancashire

Lancashire offers a wide range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes from moorlands to waterways, supporting over 11,000 routes. These routes have an average rating of 4.51 stars from more than 680,000 visitors.

Notable hiking areas in Lancashire include the Forest of Bowland, known for its remote fells and ancient woodlands, and Pendle Hill, which offers challenging ascents and panoramic views. The Ribble Valley also provides scenic riverside trails. For more information, see Hiking in Lancashire.

Lancashire features dedicated mountain biking networks, notably in Gisburn Forest within the Forest of Bowland. The Pennine Hills also offer wild moorland tracks and rugged trails suitable for mountain biking. The Mary Towneley Loop, part of the Pennine Bridleway, caters to mountain bikers. Explore more with MTB Trails in Lancashire.

Road cyclists can find scenic routes throughout the region, including tranquil canal towpaths and routes through the Forest of Bowland. The Bay Cycle Way offers coastal views near Morecambe Bay. For detailed routes, refer to Road Cycling Routes in Lancashire and Cycling in Lancashire.

Lancashire offers numerous family-friendly routes, including gentle walks along canal towpaths and trails in parks like Witton Country Park and Brockholes Nature Reserve. The Bay Cycle Way is also suitable for families. Find more options in Family-friendly hikes in Lancashire.

Many trails across Lancashire are suitable for walks with dogs, particularly in rural areas and along canal towpaths. Specific dog-friendly routes can be found throughout the region. Consult Dog-friendly hikes in Lancashire for more information.

Key natural features include the Forest of Bowland, an expansive National Landscape with rolling fells and moorland, and Pendle Hill, a prominent landmark offering extensive views. The Ribble Valley features scenic riverside areas, and Morecambe Bay provides unique coastal landscapes. The Trough of Bowland is a mountain pass known for its views.

Lancashire provides many easy hiking routes suitable for beginners or those seeking a gentle outing. These often include flat paths along waterways or through local parks. For specific easy options, refer to Easy hikes in Lancashire.

There are more than 11,000 routes available in Lancashire on komoot across various sports. These routes have been explored by over 680,000 visitors, contributing to an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars.

Komoot offers several guides for Lancashire, including Hiking in Lancashire, Family-friendly hikes in Lancashire, MTB Trails in Lancashire, and Road Cycling Routes in Lancashire. Other guides cover running, general cycling, and traffic-free bike rides.

The official tourism website for Lancashire is www.visitlancashire.com. This site provides additional information on attractions, accommodation, and events in the region.

For general inquiries, the Visit Lancashire website provides a contact number for marketing inquiries at 01772 426466. Various local Tourist Information Centres also have contact numbers, such as Accrington Information Centre at 01254 380293.