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.

Dog walkers enjoy the view at Castle Drogo
Castle Drogo   Devon

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
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
The parkland at Parke, Devon
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