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Wallowbarrow Gorge and Duddon Valley
moderateOff-lead sections

Wallowbarrow Gorge and Duddon Valley

Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria ·

Quick answer

Wallowbarrow Gorge in the Duddon Valley near Broughton-in-Furness, Cumbria is a dog-friendly riverside and woodland circular with dramatic packhorse crossings.

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Distance

4 miles

Moderate

Difficulty

🐾

Off-lead

Yes

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Stiles

None

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Parking

Available

About this walk

A wonderful circular in the quiet Duddon Valley, described by Wordsworth as his favourite river. Follows the Duddon through oakwood into the drama of Wallowbarrow Gorge, crosses at the packhorse bridge and returns along the far bank. Stepping stones make it interesting for dogs after rain.

Terrain

🌳Woodland🏞RiversideBoulder pathStepping stones

🅿️ Parking

Small free car park at Seathwaite (Duddon Valley); alternative parking at Newfield Inn (customers only).

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