Heavy drops of mist coat your skin long before you actually see the water tumbling down the limestone lip. Catrigg Force cuts a dramatic vertical drop through a steep, heavily wooded gorge just outside Stainforth village in the Yorkshire Dales.
A pair of main falls drop into a deep, dark plunge po...
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3 day, 7 overnight
Ye Olde Naked Man, Settle, The Talbot Arms, Settle, The Craven Arms, Giggleswick
FAQ's/Things to Know
Where is Catrigg Force?
North Yorkshire holds this secluded spot just outside a small village in the Dales. Hikers track it down by following a path leading up from the local houses.
What type of place is Catrigg Force?
Catrigg Force is a waterfall near Stainforth in the Yorkshire Dales.
When is the best time to visit Catrigg Force?
Heavy downpours create the ideal conditions because the cascade needs a proper deluge to show its true power. Summer often reduces the flow to a mere trickle.
What can you do at Catrigg Force?
Standing by the dark plunge pool offers a great chance to photograph the dramatic limestone cliffs. Adventurous folk sometimes enjoy a chilly wild swim in the deep basin.
How long should I spend at Catrigg Force?
Allowing around forty-five minutes provides plenty of time to enjoy the atmosphere inside the gorge. Extending the trip makes sense if you plan to walk further out across the hills.
Where do I park at Catrigg Force?
Spaces for ten vehicles exist nearby, split into three day and seven overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.
Where can I eat near Catrigg Force?
Ye Olde Naked Man, Settle, The Talbot Arms, Settle, and The Craven Arms, Giggleswick offer three places for a meal nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.
Where can I stay near Catrigg Force?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Catrigg Force, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.
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Last Updated:
02 July 2026



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