The popular Dales Way long-distance footpath begins in Ilkley, West
Yorkshire and runs for 84 miles (135km) to end in the Lake District, in
Bowness-on-Windermere. It follows riverside paths along the River Wharf
towards Ribblehead and the watershed of northern England, then meanders
along the river valleys of Dentdale, the River Mint and the River Kent
dropping down into the Lake District to end beside Lake Windermere. It's
a relatively easy walk that takes about a week. Includes 38 large-scale
maps (3 1/8 inches to 1 mile); 9 town plans and 8 overview maps. Full
details of all accommodations and campsites, restaurants and pubs; plus
full public transport information. Plus day-walks.- 38 large-scale
walking maps - at just under 1:20,000 - showing route times, places to
stay, points of interest and much more - 9 town plans - 8 area maps and
trail profiles - Itineraries for all walkers - whether walking the route
in its entirety over a week or sampling the highlights on day walks and
short breaks - Practical information for all budgets - camping,
bunkhouses, hostels, B&Bs, pubs and hotels; Ilkley to
Bowness-on-Windermere - where to stay, where to eat, what to see, plus
detailed street plans - Comprehensive public transport information - for
all access points on the Dales Way. - Flora and fauna - four page full
color flower guide, plus an illustrated section on local wildlife -
Green hiking - understanding the local environment and minimizing our
impact on it - Includes downloadable gps waypoints
