Explore the Public Rights of Way network in North Yorkshire – a legally protected web of footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways, and byways that criss-cross the county’s countryside and connect communities, natural landscapes, and open spaces. Whether you’re planning a walk, ride, or cycle, this page helps you understand your access rights, view interactive maps and definitive records, and find practical information about maintenance, closures, and how the council manages and protects these routes for everyone to enjoy. From maps and registers to guidance on diverting, reporting issues or planning around rights of way, you’ll find everything you need to make the most of North Yorkshire’s outdoor paths.