TOP 7 WALKS IN NATIONAL PARKS

From epic mountain climbs to tranquil seaside strolls, Danny Graham reveals his favourite national park trails

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01 CARN PICA, BRECON BEACONS

The Beacons comprise many great peaks, of which one of the most enigmatic is Carn Pica. The most exhilarating way to reach the top of this little-walked mountain is from the east and Talybont Reservoir. It's a steep route to the 750m summit, but a quiet one, perfect for those seeking a little solitude in the hills.

5 miles/8.2km | 600m ascent | 3.5 hours | challenging

02 MALHAM TARN, YORKSHIRE DALES

UZ Sitting 377m above sea level among the southern fells of the Yorkshire Dales, Malham Tarn is the highest marl (lime-rich lake) in Britain. This short trail around the tarn takes walkers beneath the looming cliffs of Great Close Scar and through sections of tangled willow carr. There are a number of routes suitable for all-terrain scooters (a Tramper is available for hire).

3.5 miles/5.6km | 69m ascent 12 hours | easy