Aysgarth Falls
Aysgarth, United Kingdom
Three broad tiers of waterfalls on the River Ure in Wensleydale, linked by short woodland paths from the visitor centre. They are most impressive after rain, and the stone steps by the lower falls can be slippery.
Aysgarth Falls in the Yorkshire Dales National Park consist of three tiers of waterfalls, Upper Force, Middle Force and Lower Force, spread over about a kilometre along the River Ure. The river flows there over limestone steps. The name comes from Old Norse and means roughly "open space among the oaks". Visitors have been coming here for over two centuries, among them Turner, Wordsworth and Ruskin, and the film "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves" also used the falls as a location.
Public footpaths lead through the wooded valley and link the three tiers, in places by steps; at the visitor centre you will find an exhibition, a café, toilets and a car park. The falls are particularly impressive after heavy rain, and in autumn salmon occasionally leap up the steps. Sturdy footwear is advisable.
- Nearest town
- Aysgarth, United Kingdom
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 54.3175, -1.9840
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.
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Campsites nearby
- Streethead Caravan ParkCampsite5 km from Aysgarth FallsTentsCaravansShowersToilets
- Stablefell CampingCampsite12 km from Aysgarth FallsTentsDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Usha Gap CampsiteCampsite13 km from Aysgarth FallsTentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Shaw Ghyll caravan and campingCampsite14 km from Aysgarth FallsTentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToilets
- Constable Burton Hall Caravan ParkMotorhome stopover15 km from Aysgarth FallsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToilets
- Kettlewell CampingCampsite20 km from Aysgarth FallsTentsDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Aysgarth Falls?
Aysgarth Falls is in Aysgarth, United Kingdom, at GPS 54.3175, -1.9840. It is about 14 km from Hawes.
Can you camp near Aysgarth Falls?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Swan Farm Camp Site, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 60 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Aysgarth Falls?
Places worth a stop nearby: Ribblehead Viaduct (28 km), Malham Cove (29 km), Fountains Abbey (35 km) and Kirkstone Pass (63 km).
When is the best time to visit Aysgarth Falls?
No month is ideal everywhere on this route; the most pleasant are usually May–September. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)