LakeHidden gem
Malham Tarn
Malham Moor, Yorkshire
A high-altitude glacial lake above Malham, with a nature reserve and tea room.
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
Malham Tarn is one of the highest natural lakes in England, and the National Trust looks after its estate. A path loops the water through open ground and woodland. The tarn is associated with Charles Kingsley's Water Babies and is a good place for birdwatching.
Good to know
- Park at the Tarn car park (pay), it is a long drive
- Pair with Malham Cove and Gordale
- Best time
- Spring or autumn
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Moor road from Malham, pay car park
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
Facilities
- Toilets
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