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Dog Friendly Walks in Derbyshire

13 dog friendly walks across Derbyshire, reviewed by dog owners. Find routes with off-lead potential, manageable terrain, and places where your dog is genuinely welcome.

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Dovedale Stepping Stones Extended Loop walk

Dovedale Stepping Stones Extended Loop

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 9/10

A Peak District classic through the famous limestone dale, crossing the stepping stones and climbing to dramatic ridge views above.

Mam Tor and the Great Ridge from Castleton walk

Mam Tor and the Great Ridge from Castleton

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 9/10

One of the finest ridge walks in England, combining an iconic summit, sweeping views in every direction, and excellent accessibility for most dogs.

Manifold Valley Trail walk

Manifold Valley Trail

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 9/10

A dramatic limestone valley walk through the Manifold, with caves, dry riverbeds and scenery to rival the better-known Dovedale.

Carsington Water Outer Loop walk

Carsington Water Outer Loop

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 8/10

A full reservoir circuit at Carsington Water with changing views, good facilities and a well-maintained path throughout.

Curbar and Froggart Edge walk

Curbar and Froggart Edge

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 8/10

Three connected gritstone edges, a Bronze Age stone circle, and the chance to spot red deer make this one of the most rewarding moorland circuits in the eastern Peak District.

Kinder Scout from Edale walk

Kinder Scout from Edale

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 8/10

The Peak District's highest point delivers stunning moorland drama, though demanding terrain and mandatory leads near livestock make it best suited to experienced dogs.

Monsal Trail and Ashford in the Water walk

Monsal Trail and Ashford in the Water

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 8/10

A compact White Peak circuit combining the heritage railway trail, riverside meadows, and one of the prettiest limestone villages in Derbyshire.

Stanage Edge from Hollin Bank walk

Stanage Edge from Hollin Bank

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 8/10

A spectacular gritstone escarpment with wide moorland views and a surprisingly accessible walk that suits dogs of most fitness levels.

Cromford Canal Towpath Walk (Cromford Wharf) walk

Cromford Canal Towpath Walk (Cromford Wharf)

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 7/10

A flat canal towpath walk from historic Cromford Wharf, with waterside views and industrial heritage throughout.

Darley Dale Riverside and Park Loop (Whitworth Park area) walk

Darley Dale Riverside and Park Loop (Whitworth Park area)

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 7/10

A gentle riverside and parkland loop through Whitworth Park near Matlock, with good facilities and a relaxed feel throughout.

Dovedale Stepping Stones and Thorpe Cloud walk

Dovedale Stepping Stones and Thorpe Cloud

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 7/10

The most iconic short walk in the White Peak, combining the famous limestone stepping stones, a surprisingly dramatic summit, and a river valley of genuine beauty.

Elvaston Castle Country Park Circular walk

Elvaston Castle Country Park Circular

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 7/10

A flat country park circuit through the landscaped grounds of Elvaston Castle, with mature trees and lake views throughout.

High Peak Trail Section Walk (Middleton Top) walk

High Peak Trail Section Walk (Middleton Top)

Derbyshire
Dog Friendly: 7/10

A well-surfaced trail along a disused railway with wide views across the White Peak, shared with cyclists but spacious enough.