Kepwick is a village situated on the eastern edge of the Hambleton Hills, within the North York Moors National Park. This region offers diverse landscapes, including expansive heather moorland, dense woodlands like Boltby Forest, and rolling hills, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. Its location makes it a suitable base for several sports like mountain biking, gravel biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more. The area's natural features contribute to a range of routes for different activity levels.
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4.7
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Average rating
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5.0
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49
riders
48.4km
04:46
850m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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34
riders
36.8km
03:25
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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29
riders
23.9km
02:11
220m
220m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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3
riders
15.2km
01:04
250m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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45
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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22
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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14
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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23
riders
26.4km
02:25
540m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.0
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44
riders
45.9km
02:19
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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19
riders
32.9km
01:27
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
25.0km
01:37
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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16
riders
20.8km
00:56
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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43
runners
31.7km
03:29
470m
470m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
8.73km
00:56
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
4.92km
00:31
60m
60m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
riders
38.4km
03:13
640m
650m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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15
riders
22.3km
01:28
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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16
riders
54.1km
04:00
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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15
riders
29.8km
02:04
550m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
hikers
4.77km
01:24
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
hikers
12.3km
03:32
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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15
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
hikers
9.60km
02:34
110m
110m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kepwick offers a range of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features diverse landscapes such as heather moorland, woodlands, and rolling hills, providing varied terrain for different pursuits. More than 20 routes are available, with an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars.
Kepwick provides access to extensive mountain biking opportunities. Boltby Forest offers singletrack and forest trails, while Sutton Bank features world-class trails with views across the North York Moors. The North York Moors National Park also has 'Explorer' routes suitable for mountain bikes. For more information, refer to the MTB Trails around Kepwick guide.
Yes, Kepwick offers mountain biking options for various skill levels. Boltby Forest trails cater to different abilities, and the North York Moors National Park features 'Explorer' routes designed for mountain bikes and hybrids. These routes traverse forest and moorland tracks, along with country lanes.
The Kepwick region is well-suited for gravel biking, with routes utilizing a mix of forest and moorland tracks, and quiet country lanes. The 'Hambleton Horizon' gravel route passes through Kepwick and Boltby Forest, offering a 31-mile (50-kilometer) journey. The 'Moorland Meander' also provides expansive views near Kepwick Bank. Explore more in the Gravel biking around Kepwick guide.
Kepwick offers access to varied hiking landscapes, including rolling hills, moorland, and woodlands. Popular routes include the 7.6-mile 'View of the North York Moors – High Paradise Farm Tearoom loop' and the 'Gallow Hill Descent – Crossroads on Hawnby Trail loop'. The historic Hambleton Drove Road also starts from Kepwick, offering panoramic views. Find more options in the Hiking around Kepwick guide.
Yes, Kepwick features hiking routes suitable for families. These trails often have moderate elevation changes and lead to scenic viewpoints. For specific options, consult the Family-friendly hikes around Kepwick guide.
Kepwick provides access to quiet country lanes and diverse road cycling routes throughout the North York Moors National Park and Hambleton Hills. The 171-mile North York Moors Cycleway is a figure-of-eight loop utilizing quieter roads and passing many landscape highlights. More routes are detailed in the Cycling around Kepwick guide.
The Kepwick area is characterized by its integration into the North York Moors. Key features include the Hambleton Hills, expansive heather moorland, particularly on Black Hambleton, and Boltby Forest. Elevated positions along various routes offer panoramic views over the Vale of Mowbray and the distant Pennines.
Outdoor activities in Kepwick are popular on komoot, with more than 32,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region features over 20 routes across various sports, which have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars.
Several komoot guides are available for Kepwick, including MTB Trails around Kepwick, Gravel biking around Kepwick, Cycling around Kepwick, Hiking around Kepwick, Easy hikes around Kepwick, Family-friendly hikes around Kepwick, Road Cycling Routes around Kepwick, and Running Trails around Kepwick.
For information regarding the Kepwick area, which is part of the North York Moors National Park, the primary resource is the park's official website. The general contact number for the North York Moors National Park is 01439 772700. The Sutton Bank National Park Centre, a nearby visitor center, can be reached at 01845 597426.

