Walks on Dartmoor

Walks are a great way to discover Dartmoor on foot; here's a few of our favourite walks to get you started.

Winding paths through the valley — There are many winding paths to follow in the Teign Gorge

Teign Gorge classic circuit

Follow the breathtaking Hunters Path high above the river Teign from the imposing bulk of Castle Drogo for chances to spot wildlife and stunning views. There are many places to stop and enjoy a picnic.

Try the most famous walk on Dartmoor

Stone sign post for Lady Well, Sticklepath, Devon — In the spring, this is a good spot for bluebells

Finch Foundry Devon

Walk in the footsteps of Tom Pearse

Take a riverside walk along Belstone Cleave starting from Finch Foundry.

Enjoy a riverside walk

Parke Devon

A walk around Parke

Discover the fascinating history of Parke on this walk around its boundary.

Explore Parke

Remains of a tunnel brick kiln, Dewerstone Woods, Devon

Plymbridge Woods Devon

Bricks, boulders and bronze walk at Dewerstone

Step back in time on a walk through Dewerstone, the site of many archaeological finds - some dating back as far as the Bronze Age.

Walk through history

Walks through the ancient woods at Castle Drogo

Three great walks around Exeter and Dartmoor

From a stroll around Killerton to a strenuous hike through the ancient woodlands at Castle Drogo, here are some of our favourite lesser known spots for a walk around Exeter and Dartmoor.

Explore Exeter and Dartmoor