Dog Friendly Walks in Derbyshire
23 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.

Dovedale Stepping Stones Extended Loop
Derbyshire
A Peak District classic through the famous limestone dale, crossing the stepping stones and climbing to dramatic ridge views above.

Froggatt Edge and Grindleford Circular
Derbyshire
A dog friendly Peak District classic along Froggatt Edge, with huge Derwent Valley views, then down through woodland to Grindleford.

Mam Tor and the Great Ridge from Castleton
Derbyshire
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
Derbyshire
A dramatic limestone valley walk through the Manifold, with caves, dry riverbeds and scenery to rival the better-known Dovedale.

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

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

Black Rocks Circular Walk, Cromford
Derbyshire
A dog friendly woodland and gritstone circular above Cromford, linking the Forestry England Black Rocks site with the High Peak Trail and Cromford Canal.

Brassington Rocks and Harborough Rocks Walk
Derbyshire
A dog friendly limestone ridge circular from Brassington up to Harborough Rocks, with long views over Carsington Water and the High Peak Trail.

Calke Abbey Estate Walk
Derbyshire
A dog friendly circular through Calke Abbey's deer park and ancient trees, with long-horn cattle, sheep and some of England's most venerable oaks.

Cromford Canal Towpath Walk (Cromford Wharf)
Derbyshire
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)
Derbyshire
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
Derbyshire
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
Derbyshire
A flat country park circuit through the landscaped grounds of Elvaston Castle, with mature trees and lake views throughout.

Eyam Moor and Village Circular Walk
Derbyshire
A dog friendly moorland and history loop above Eyam, the plague village, taking in Sir William Hill trig point and open gritstone heath.

Foremark Reservoir Circular
Derbyshire
A dog friendly circular around Foremark Reservoir, linking the bridleway through Scaddows Oaks Woodland with the Carvers Rocks Nature Reserve.

High Peak Trail Section Walk (Middleton Top)
Derbyshire
A well-surfaced trail along a disused railway with wide views across the White Peak, shared with cyclists but spacious enough.

Youlgreave and Bradford Dale Circular
Derbyshire
A short, dog friendly riverside circular through Bradford Dale, looping around Youlgreave's ponds, old mill weirs and sheep-grazed fields.

Chatsworth Park Perimeter Walk
Derbyshire
A dog friendly perimeter circuit of Chatsworth Park, but a strictly on-lead one thanks to the red and fallow deer that roam the estate.

Lathkill Dale Nature Reserve Walk
Derbyshire
A dog friendly but strictly on-lead walk through Lathkill Dale, the White Peak's most crystal-clear river valley and one of its loveliest national nature reserves.

Matlock Bath and High Tor Circular
Derbyshire
A dog friendly but steep circular above Matlock Bath, climbing to the summit of High Tor for a huge view over the Derwent Valley.