Low Force Geotrail

A 2 ½ mile (4km) walk exploring landscape, rocks, fossils and mines in Upper Teesdale. This landscape, which has been 300 million years in the making, has been shaped by tropical seas, molten rock, glacial movement and more recently by people. This circular walk will introduce you to some of the special features of this landscape associated with these processes. By spotting clues in the fields, walls, crags and River Tees you'll find out how to read the landscape and discover more about its fascinating past.
Low Force in Teesdale © NPAP/Simon Wilson

Location: 

Starting from Bowlees Visitor Centre (NY906282 / DL12 0XE) in Upper Teesdale

Distance: 

4 km

Terrain: 

  • Off road sections
  • On road sections

Area: 

Access: 

  • Car parking

Interests: 

Facilities nearby: 

  • Accessible toilets
  • Cafe
  • Pub
  • Shop
  • Toilets

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