The UK's most picturesque winter walks have snow-dusted peaks and misty woodlands

Discover scenic walks across the UK this winter
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When the temperature drops and frost sparkles on the ground, it's easy to want to hibernate indoors. But the UK's winter landscapes offer something truly special for those willing to venture out.
Experts have compiled a ranking of the UK's finest winter walking destinations. They analysed Google reviews, focusing on winter-specific mentions and star ratings to identify the most photogenic routes.
The results, from Photography experts at CEWE, show where walkers and photographers flock when seeking frozen streams, snow-dusted peaks and misty woodlands. These spots transform into winter wonderlands, offering both invigorating walks and spectacular photo opportunities.
UK's most scenic winter walks
- Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
- Dartmoor National Park
- Cairngorms National Park
- The Giant’s Causeway
- Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Loch Lomond is one of the best places for a winter walk
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Cairngorms National Park in the north of Scotland is another fantastic option
| PAScotland's first national park has claimed the crown, with Loch Lomond & The Trossachs attracting 814 winter-specific reviews from visitors. It's no wonder people love this place - the park stretches across 1,865 square kilometres of lochs, mountains, rivers and pristine woodland.
The Great Trossachs Forest stands out as one of Britain's biggest nature reserves. Winter walkers can't resist its network of paths that wind through moss-covered woodland and foggy slopes.
The combination of water, forest and mountain creates endless possibilities for both gentle walks and more challenging hikes, all while surrounded by Scotland's stunning winter scenery.
Devon's Dartmoor National Park has secured second place with 657 winter reviews from visitors.
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The park's 235,000 acres feature undulating hills, icy streams and ancient woodland that create a peaceful setting for winter rambles. Wildlife enthusiasts particularly enjoy spotting the famous Dartmoor ponies and rare Bog Hoverflies against the wintry backdrop.
Scotland dominates the top three, with the Cairngorms National Park earning 637 reviews. As Britain's biggest national park at 4,528 square kilometres, it encompasses snow-topped peaks, frosty forests and peaceful lochs. The sheer scale is remarkable - it covers six per cent of Scotland's total land area.
The park is home to some of Britain's loftiest peaks, including Ben Macdui, which towers at 1,309 metres. This vast wilderness offers everything from gentle valley walks to challenging mountain ascents, all set against a backdrop of Scotland's most dramatic winter scenery.

The Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland ranked highly on the list
| PAWinter is a fantastic time to explore everything the UK has to offer, and the best parts of the UK for all the family have been named in new research. This comes as there is a boost in Britons booking multi-generational trips.
Best staycations for the entire family
- Peak District
- The Cotswolds
- Suffolk
- Yorkshire
- Norfolk
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