Welcome to the Hole of Horcum, a vast natural amphitheatre 400 feet deep and more than half a mile wide. A visit here offers one of the most spectacular views in the National Park with opportunities for walking, cycling or simply admiring the view from our new, fully accessible viewing platform.
These webpages include information on the history and ecology of the area, as well as unique suggestions on how to enjoy the landscape.
Explore this remarkable place on one of our walking or cycling routes.
The Hole of Horcum car park (charges apply) is located on the A169, 7.8 miles north of Pickering.
Coastliner 840 bus service from Leeds/York to Whitby stops at the Hole of Horcum.
A short walk from the car park is the dramatic panorama from our viewing platform, a great place to start your adventure in and around the Hole of Horcum.
You can also purchase our 'Hole of Horcum’ walk leaflet – available from local outlets – with two easy-to-follow circular walks starting at our car park, complete with maps and information.
Car parking is available, charges apply.
Nearest public toilets: Goathland car park (6.2 miles), Thornton le Dale car park (7.3 miles) or Pickering (The Ropery and Eastgate car parks - maintained by North Yorkshire Council) (7.7 miles).
There are cafés in nearby Lockton, Pickering and Thornton le Dale.
Please note all toilets operated by North York Moors National Park Authority are open daily 7.30am - 5.30pm, except at Sutton Bank and Danby Lodge National Park Centres, which are open 10am - 5pm.
Last updated: 09 Apr 2026
