From peaceful woodland trails and scenic parks to canal towpaths, these are the walks Leeds readers say are worth getting your walking boots on for.
We asked our readers to tell us their favourite walks in and around Leeds – and you came back with plenty of suggestions.
Some people opted for well-known beauty spots, while others recommended quieter corners of the city and longer routes along the canals.
Here are 13 of the best walks recommended by Yorkshire Evening Post readers.
7. Otley Chevin
Mark Redshaw picked Otley Chevin, where walkers can enjoy spectacular views across the market town, with a large park network of woodland paths and panoramic views of the Wharfe Valley. | Jonathan Gawthorpe
8. Elland Road
There are just two weeks to go until the 2026/27 Premier League season gets underway, and the walk to Elland Road on a matchday was one of the most popular answers. Trevor Hammond said: “To Elland Road. Leeds United. MOT." | Gerard Binks
9. St Aidans Nature Reserve
Monique Dawson picked St Aidans as her favourite walking spot. The RSPB nature reserve, which sits on the edge of Leeds by Allerton Bywater, is an old mining area now transformed with whispering reed beds, woodland glades and wide-open hilltop views. | Tony Johnson
10. Meanwood Valley Trail
Donny Ged's top pick was the Meanwood Valley Trail. The seven mile linear walk runs from Woodhouse Moor, along the Meanwood Valley through to Breary Marsh, next to Golden Acre Park. Meandering through pretty woodland along a relatively flat route, it is fit for all abilities. | Gerard Binks
11. Alwoodley
Shanjan Usman picked Alwoodley as his favourite place in Leeds for a walk. It's home to Eccup Reservoir, which offers beautiful views across the water. | Jonathan Gawthorpe
12. Harewood
Louise Blackburn recommended Harewood as her favourite walking spot in Leeds. It's home to Harewood House, which boats over 100 acres of gardens to explore. And Harewood has been home to a deer park since the medieval era with three types of deer spread over 4,000 acres of land that are a delight to wander around. | Adobe Stock