Access and public rights of way
Freedom for people to roam across beautiful and dramatic landscapes was one of several important reasons why our National Parks were created and for many visitors the ability to get away from roads and traffic is a vital part of their visit.
Around 2,200km (1400 miles) of public rights of way provide a network for walkers, horse-riders and cyclists to access this special area. Furthermore, the vast majority of the open moorland, as well as Forestry Commission woodland, is now open access land and can be explored on foot.
The National Park Authority has, through agency agreements with both North Yorkshire County Council and Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, taken on responsibilities for public rights of way and the definitive map.
To find out more click on the links below.
- Access and Public Rights of Way Factsheet (PDF)
- Cleveland Way
- Recreation and Access Strategy Final Report (9MB)
- Definitive Map
- The National Park Authority's responsibilities
- Landowners' responsibilities
- The public's responsibilities
- Local Access Forum
- Open Access
- Access for All
- Further Information
- Maps and guide books
