Walking and Rambling in Scarborough
Overview
If you're planning on staying at YHA Scarborough, why not download a free map and get out exploring?
All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace.
Long Nab and Promenade
Lovely views from the cliff top and a stroll along the promenade.
Easy route (PDF, 0.8MB)
2.3 miles, takes 1h - 1h 30m
Scalby
A lovely wander around the outskirts of Scalby village and to the coast.
Moderate route (PDF, 1MB)
5.8 miles, takes 2h 30m - 4h 15m
Hayburn Wyke
A stunning walk along the coast and back along the old railway line.
Moderate route (PDF, 0.8MB)
11.5 miles, takes 5h - 8h 30m
All our walking routes are tried and tested to help you explore this beautiful part of England. To assist with route selection and planning, you’ll also find a description of the hazards and facilities, accessibility information and points of interest on the maps
What makes it special
- Explore the local area at your own pace
- Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
- Points of interest highlighted along the way
Useful guides
Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Cycling in Scarborough
North Yorkshire has thousands of miles of quiet country lanes which offer a range of routes to suit all abilities and levels of fitness.
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Mountain biking in Scarborough
Dalby Forest, a National Mountain Bike Centre, is 15 miles from Scarborough.
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Scarborough Sealife & Marine Sanctuary
Discover our underwater world and meet the land creatures including Otters, Seals and Humboldt Penguins. Visit the website
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Watersports in Scarborough
Scarborough has two beautiful beaches, The North and South Bays, with Cayton Bay 5 miles to the south and Filey Beach just 10 miles away.
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Climbing in Scarborough
Try indoor climbing at the brand new wall in The Street or little used spectacular, sea cliff routes on the north side of Filey Brigg.
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Scarborough Castle
With its 2,500 year history, stunning location and panoramic views of the Yorkshire coastline, the castle is well worth a visit. Visit the website
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Rotunda Museum
One of the oldest purpose-built museums in Britain, the museum has been a focal point for geology and local history since 1829. Visit the website
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Wild Swimming at Boggle Hole
Noted as a great place to swim in the Wild Swimming book. The sea at Boggle Hole is exhilarating, and perishing, all at once.
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Rock pooling and fossil hunting
Try rock pooling, fossil hunting and playing on the beach making sandcastles, all a stone's throw from the hostel.
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Sea Fishing at Boggle Hole
Cast from the window of your room (almost!) and spend the whole day staring wistfully out to sea.
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Mountain biking around Boggle Hole
The disused railway line (National cycle route 1 - North Sea trail) offers easy, family friendly and car free cycling, all within 10 minutes of the hostel.
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Cycling around Boggle Hole
Take a leisurely cycle along the National Cycle Route 1 or the North Sea trail which starts 10 minutes away from the hostel.
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Watersports in Boggle Hole
Step out of your room and into the sea and more importantly, you can then step out of the sea into a lovely hot shower!
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Robin Hood's Bay
Robin Hood's Bay is a picturesque old fishing village with delightful streets and old fisher-folk running cafes. The village is rife with tall tales of old smugglers.
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Dalby Forest
2 miles Explore lovely waymarked walks and cycle routes through the beautiful wooded landscape, or try orienteering - fun for all. Visit the website
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Mountain biking in Whitby
Get out and about on your bike and enjoy the landscape. Try Dalby Forest, 20 miles from Whitby, where you can explore an exhilarating 40 miles of mountain bike trails.
