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Stocks Reservoir Circular, Forest of Bowland

Summary

A circular route exploring the Forest of Bowland AONB via Gisburn Forest, open moorland with views of Stocks Reservoir, and a return closer to the water’s edge.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
6.9 miles (11.1 km)
Walking time:
03h 30m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Stocks Reservoir car park (pay & display) SD732565

lat: 54.003681

lon: -2.4102685

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