Epping Forest Adventure Hike

For hikers ready to take things up a level

Take on the full length of Epping Forest as we spend the day exploring one of the region’s most historic and impressive landscapes.

Stretching around 13 miles from East London to Epping, this ancient woodland has a history spanning centuries. Once a royal hunting forest, its trails have links to kings and queens, ancient settlements and – according to local legend – notorious highwaymen including Dick Turpin.

Our point-to-point Adventure Hike will take us through the changing landscapes of the Forest, following woodland trails, open heathland and countryside as we make our way from Epping Station to Snaresbrook where you are welcome to join us for a few well deserved drinks.

Expect a full day on the trails, plenty of history along the way and a supportive group atmosphere as we take on one of our most ambitious Epping Forest routes yet.

Who is it for?

This c21km route is designed for those with a reasonable level of fitness who are comfortable spending several hours walking.

While the pace is still friendly and social, the distance and varied terrain make this hike more challenging than our social events.

If you regularly enjoy long walks, have completed one of our Social hikes and want to push yourself a little further, or simply enjoy spending a full morning in the countryside, this hike is a great next step.

⚠️ Please note: This event is not recommended for complete beginners.

Coming alone?

Absolutely! Lots of people come to Essex Adventures events on their own, and you definitely won’t be the only one.

Our hikes are designed to be friendly and sociable, and we’ll make sure you feel welcome from the moment you arrive.

The Need-to-Knows

Start location: Epping Station

Hike Start Time: Arrival at 9:45am for a 10:00am start

Distance : Approximately 21km

Difficulty: Adventure – Moderate

Duration: The hike will take around 4–5 hours, depending on group pace and breaks.

Route - This is a linear route. We will be finishing in Snaresbrook which is a short tube ride back to Epping Station ( if you have parked)

What’s included?

Guided hike led by the Essex Adventures team

Full support throughout the hike

Full kit list (provided upon booking)

Access to the community and a dedicated event group

What do I need to bring?

Yourself – Parking is available at Epping Station for £9 per day

Day backpack – You'll need space for water, lunch, snacks and layers

Water – We recommend 1.5–2 litres for this distance

Snacks / lunch – Energy bars, sandwiches or similar to keep you fuelled during the hike

Suitable footwear – Walking boots strongly recommended as sections of the route are off-road and can be muddy

Camera – Epping Forest offers some fantastic countryside views

Limited Spaces

To keep the group friendly and personal, spaces are limited.

Book early to avoid missing out.

Any Questions?

Please check out our FAQs on the main website, or contact us via Instagram, Facebook or WhatsApp.

There’s no such thing as a silly question, we’re always happy to help.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It

Community is at the heart of what we do, and feedback from our members helps us make sure we practice what we preach.

"Today was the 2nd trek I have completed with Essex adventures and I have to say it did not disappoint. From ease of organisation, clear communication to the meticulous detail of the route plans, Jack and team made this a truly memorable experience. A 24 kilometre hill hike passed in the blink of an eye because it was pure fun and full of laughs. Great day guys, thank you for your conversations and encouragement and can not wait to book another adventure! And just to add, for anyone debating doing to do a trek solo and not part of a wider group, don’t hesitate, the team will make you feel more than welcome!" Ilona, March -26

"My friend came across one of Jacks leaflets and asked me to go a long and try it out , I love the outdoors and wanted to meet new friends , we met Jack for the first time and found him very very welcoming and friendly which made us feel relaxed straight away , his routes are fun and definitely adventurous and we have seen some beautiful sceneries along the way , he always checks to see if everyone is ok , with Jacks hikes I will assure you that you will keep going back for more , thank you Jack for your great input in them all :))" Kelly, Nov-24

Join Us!

Don’t miss the chance to explore Epping Forest, get outdoors and meet a great group of people.

We’d love to welcome you along.

Jack & the Essex Adventures Team