North Otterington is a civil parish located on the east bank of the River Wiske in North Yorkshire, England. This region presents a peaceful and picturesque setting, characterized by riverside walks, agricultural fields, and quiet country lanes. Its rural charm and gentle, undulating terrain make it suitable for various outdoor pursuits, offering opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, and more. The area provides a tranquil base with access to the wider North Yorkshire countryside.
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4.3
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Average rating
1352
People visited

13
riders
64.4km
02:48
450m
450m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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76
riders
48.4km
01:56
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

69
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50.0km
02:05
200m
200m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

38
riders
49.6km
02:30
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3
riders
58.3km
03:35
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

3.0
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23
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
riders
29.0km
01:49
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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132
runners
9.88km
01:03
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

129
runners
12.6km
01:22
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
runners
5.53km
00:34
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
runners
12.3km
01:17
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
hikers
7.09km
01:48
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
6.47km
01:43
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
hikers
11.5km
03:00
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
31.3km
01:43
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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4
riders
41.9km
03:17
610m
610m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
50.8km
03:16
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
riders
23.6km
01:28
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
North Otterington offers a range of outdoor activities including road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, hiking, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The area features quiet country lanes, riverside walks, and public footpaths suitable for various pursuits. More than 7,000 visitors have explored the region.
Yes, North Otterington has a network of public footpaths suitable for hiking and jogging, including pleasant riverside walks. For more detailed information on routes, consult the Hiking around North Otterington guide. The nearby North York Moors National Park also offers more challenging terrain.
North Otterington provides quiet country lanes and rolling agricultural landscapes ideal for road cycling and touring. The region is part of North Yorkshire, known for its scenic cycling. Guides are available for Road Cycling Routes and Touring Cycling.
Yes, the area around North Otterington features gentle routes and public footpaths suitable for easy hikes. These paths offer accessible loops for various ability levels. An Easy Hikes around North Otterington guide is available.
North Otterington and its wider region offer opportunities for both mountain biking and gravel biking. Information on suitable routes can be found in the MTB Trails around North Otterington guide and the Gravel biking around North Otterington guide.
North Otterington is situated on the east bank of the River Wiske, offering pleasant riverside scenery. The area is characterized by serene rural and agricultural landscapes. It is also in close proximity to the North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, which feature diverse natural formations.
North Otterington is a well-regarded area for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 7,000 visitors sharing their experiences. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 stars, based on over 300 ratings.
Yes, North Otterington offers various running trails, including riverside paths and public footpaths. These routes provide options for different distances and abilities. A dedicated Running Trails around North Otterington guide is available.
North Otterington features historical landmarks such as St Michael's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. Otterington Hall, a Georgian country house, is another notable historical site in the parish.
Komoot offers several guides for North Otterington, covering various sports. These include guides for road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, easy hikes, running, mountain biking, and gravel biking. Each guide provides detailed information on routes in the area.
The terrain for cycling in North Otterington consists primarily of quiet country lanes and rolling agricultural landscapes. The area offers scenic routes with gentle, undulating hills, suitable for both road and touring cyclists seeking tranquil rides.
North Otterington serves as a tranquil base with easy access to the wider North Yorkshire region. It is a gateway to vibrant market towns like Thirsk and Northallerton, and the dramatic landscapes of the nearby North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks.

