Ingleborough from Chapel-le-Dale
North Yorkshire
Ingleborough from Chapel-le-Dale is the quieter, more atmospheric way to the summit of one of Yorkshire's Three Peaks, and it is a dog friendly route for fit, experienced hill walkers. Starting beside the Old Hill Inn, the path picks its way across Humphrey Bottom on stone causeways before a steep pull to the ridge between Simon Fell and Ingleborough, then a final rocky push to the broad 723 metre plateau.
This is open access land with sheep across the lower fellsides and ewes with lambs on the upper ridge in spring, so leads are essential once you leave the valley. The path is boggy in places, stony and eroded higher up, and fully exposed to weather at the top; bring water for your dog as there are no reliable streams on the summit. Parking is limited to a handful of verge spaces near the Old Hill Inn, and the pub itself is the only source of food, drink and toilets at the trailhead.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 12.8 km (8.0 miles)
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Duration
- 4 hr
- Walk Type
- Peak, Moorland
- Route Type
- Out and Back
- Off Lead Potential
- Low
- Livestock Risk
- High
- Facilities
- The Old Hill Inn at the start serves food and drink, but there are no toilets or water points on the route itself.
- Parking
- Limited verge parking near the Old Hill Inn on the B6255; arrive early at weekends as spaces fill quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ingleborough from Chapel-le-Dale dog friendly?
Ingleborough from Chapel-le-Dale is a dog friendly route, though it earns a 6 out of 10 rating because it suits fit, experienced hill walkers rather than everyone. The terrain is boggy in places, stony and eroded higher up, and fully exposed to weather on the summit plateau, so it's best reserved for dogs that are comfortable with long, challenging days on the hill.
Can dogs be off lead at Ingleborough from Chapel-le-Dale?
This is open access land with sheep grazing across the lower fellsides, and ewes with lambs present on the upper ridge in spring, so leads are essential once you leave the valley. It's worth keeping that in mind when planning your visit, particularly between early spring and early summer.
What should I know before visiting Ingleborough from Chapel-le-Dale with my dog?
Pack plenty of water for your dog, as there are no reliable streams on the summit and no water points on the route itself. Parking is limited to a handful of verge spaces near the Old Hill Inn on the B6255, so arriving early at weekends is a good idea — the pub is the only place at the trailhead for food, drink and toilets, making it a useful stop before or after your walk.
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