Dalton Crags Forest

Dalton Craggs is currently open although trees still block some trails. Please adhere to all safety signage and at this time stick to main tracks and do not walk under leaning or hanging trees.

Visitor information

Discover this ancient woodland set on a gentle slope

Located between Kendal and Lancaster, Dalton Crags is a large woodland occupying a south-west facing slope on the edge of the Hutton Roof massif.

The woodland is a mixture of limestone pavement, ancient woodland and newly planted beech & larch. It provides the opportunity to engage with nature and go on a peaceful forest walk!

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Walking trails
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Things to do

Walking at Dalton Crags

Walking at Dalton Crags is the perfect way to get outdoors and explore some of the area’s most natural landscapes on foot.

The area is served with public footpaths and tracks.

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