Walk Morecambe Bay

Take a short amble to multi-day hikes

From short walks to longer hikes, there are many reasons to explore the Bay on foot. Short, beautiful walks are easily accessible and with excellent hiking in the area, the Bay lends itself to a longer walking weekend or holiday.

Whether you stroll along the spacious, sandy beaches, limestone headlands, venture through woodland canopies or explore cultural attractions, you’ll feel invigorated by all the Bay has to offer whatever your age or level of ability. And if you love wildlife, you can spot rare butterflies and birds on the salt marshes or even seals basking in the sea.

Take a look at some of our recommended walking routes here

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Warton Crag from Silverdale train or bus stop

Immerse yourself in this diverse and exciting route which encompasses Leighton Moss & Warton Crag nature reserves, the grounds of Leighton Hall and the Late Bronze Age hillfort, with some far-reaching views across Morecambe Bay.

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Hoad circular route from Ulverston train or bus station

Enjoy a varied walk through the rural bustling market town of Ulverston with its rich cultural heritage. Take in the high view of Morecambe Bay from 'The Hoad', and the iconic landmark, the Sir John Barrow Monument built in the style of the famed Eddystone Lighthouse.

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Arnisde Knott circular route from Arnside station

A varied trail through the best bits of the Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). There is woodland, limestone paths, and coastal tracks, leading you over one of the Bay’s most spectacular viewpoints taking in Arnside Viaduct, the Lakeland Fells, Yorkshire Dales and the Kent Estuary. Much of the land you will walk across is looked after by the National Trust.

Humphrey Head walk from Kents Bank Station

Walk around a distinctive limestone headland near Grange-over-Sands, offering far reaching views across Morecambe Bay. Spot an abundance of unusual plants, geological features and estuary birdlife on the Nature Reserve.

View the route here

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Three Nature Reserves Accessible Trail

A delightful 6 mile walk through the heart of Arnside and Silverdale National Landscape, taking in Leignton Moss Nature reserve, TrowBarrow Local Nature Reserve and Gait Barrows National Nature Reserve.

View the route here

Family-friendly walks

Take a look at our recommendations below on where to walk close to family-friendly services and things to do.

Some of our accessible trails are also suitable for buggies and prams. Take a look at our Three Nature Reserves trail.

Here are our top picks thoughtfully selected by the team at Morecambe Bay Partnership

The Prom at Grange-over-Sands: Grange Promenade is an easy to reach location whether travelling by bus, train or car. With handy nearby loos in the ornamental gardens (accessible with a debit card), there are ample spots for picnics and ice creams, a playground and plenty of space for wheeling buggies, balance bikes and pushchairs. For extra excitement, hop over to nearby Arnside on the train for more fantastic picnic spots and cafes.

Half Moon Bay to Heysham Village via St Patrick’s Church: This walk is only 2.6km long. With some little hills, it’s manageable for most small children with lots to see along the way. It’s not a route for buggies but you don’t have to do the whole thing and currently there are cafes at both ends of the route. Half Moon Bay is a great area for rock-pooling when the tide is out, and lovely spot for a picnic. Heysham is accessible by bus and there is a car park at Half Moon Bay opposite the start of the coastal path and opposite a cafe.

Conishead Priory pootle to the beach: This is a stone’s throw from Ulverston, and an easy buggy-friendly walk as long as you don’t mind bumps and dirty wheels! It has a good mix of woodland, wildflowers and a delightful pebbly beach.

Cross Bay Walks

Morecambe Bay is famous for its cross bay walks. The most famous cross bay route starts at Arnside, crosses the sands of the Bay at low tide, and ends in Grange-over-Sands. This route must be undertaken with a guide as the tides and sands of the Bay are dangerous. You can book a place on this walk via the King’s Guide to the sands website.

Walney Island to Piel Island is a magical walk which takes in the rich heritage, including Piel Castle, and nature on offer on the island. Walks are organised in the summer months and led by expert guides. Under no circumstances should you attempt to walk across to Piel Island unaccompanied. Morecambe Bay Partnership organises occasional walks to Piel Island – check our latest event listings for walks and other events.

King Charles III Coastal Path, Cumbria and Lancashire Coastal Way and the Westmorland and Furness Way

These well-known long distance trails pass through Morecambe Bay hugging the coastline as closely as possible. Keep visiting these pages as we’ll be adding more information soon.