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Blea Gill Waterfall

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Moorland, Riverside, Valley

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Richard Spencer via Geograph.org.uk

Blea Gill Waterfall is a little-known fall on the high moors above Grimwith, on the flanks of Great Whernside in the Yorkshire Dales. It lies out on rough grouse moor, on a gill draining the high ground, in a spot that sees very few visitors and has almost nothing written about it. The ground around...

8

Parking nearby

3

Food Spots nearby

1

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

3 day, 5 overnight

The Clarendon Hotel, Hebden​, The Black Horse, Grassington​, The Fountaine Inn, Linton​

Craven Shepherd Huts

Nearest Hidden Gem 1

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Blea Gill Waterfall?
Deep inside a remote Yorkshire gully, this secret cascade sits at the end of a wild moorland trench that feeds Grimwith Reservoir. Hikers must navigate an unwaymarked path through a steep ravine to reach the spot.

What type of place is Blea Gill Waterfall?
Blea Gill Waterfall is a secluded waterfall situated in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in England.

When is the best time to visit Blea Gill Waterfall?
Spring to autumn offers the most reliable weather conditions for tackling the trackless, muddy approaches. Heavy downpours during these seasons maximize the flow over the gritstone shelves.

What can you do at Blea Gill Waterfall?
Walking along the rugged, wet ravine provides an intense sense of adventure for keen explorers. Photography enthusiasts also visit to capture the dark, peat-stained waters crashing against the narrow rock walls.

How long should I spend at Blea Gill Waterfall?
Allowing roughly an hour gives you plenty of time to scramble up the gully and enjoy the isolated scenery. Serious hikers often integrate the stop into a much longer loop around the nearby moorlands.

Where do I park at Blea Gill Waterfall?
Motorists can use eight spaces nearby, including three day and five overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Blea Gill Waterfall?
The Clarendon Hotel in Hebden, The Black Horse in Grassington, and The Fountaine Inn in Linton offer three spots to get a hot meal in the surrounding area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Blea Gill Waterfall?
Craven Shepherd Huts provides a single place to spend the night in the vicinity. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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