Welcome to Dartmoor Walking

Come and explore Dartmoor!

Whether you know the moor well or you're visiting for the first time, Dartmoor Walking is here to help you explore this special place on foot. With its wild landscapes, rich history, and unique culture, Dartmoor offers something for everyone.

Here, you'll find 42 self-guided walks, ranging from shorter, easier outings to longer routes across more rugged ground. Each walk includes parking details, clear directions, maps, GPX tracks, photos, and notes on what to look out for along the way.

All routes are based on first-hand experience, with local knowledge to help you get a little more from your time on Dartmoor.

To get started, please select an an area of Dartmoor, view the map or choose a random walk.


Featured image of post Ingra Tor

Ingra Tor

A three mile circular walk over Walkhampton Common moorland, up to Leeden Tor and along via a burial cist to Ingra Tor, its quarry and railway station - then back via the abandoned railway with views over the Tamar valley and Cornwall.

A medium 3 mile walk by Liz Miall on May 25, 2017
Recorded and photographed by Keith Ryan
Added and edited by Simon Avery on Jan 17, 2025
Featured image of post Pullabrook Woods

Pullabrook Woods

A gentle, level walk of just over two miles on good paths through ancient woodland, including crossing a beautiful medieval packhorse bridge.

A gentle 2 mile walk by Liz Miall on Jun 25, 2019
Recorded and photographed by Keith Ryan
Added and edited by Simon Avery on Jan 12, 2025
Featured image of post Cadover Bridge to the Dewerstone

Cadover Bridge to the Dewerstone

A 4 mile walk from the popular picnic spot of Cadover Bridge out to the impressive Dewerstone, taking in several thousand years of history.

A medium 4 mile walk by Liz Miall on Jun 25, 2018
Recorded and photographed by Keith Ryan
Added and edited by Simon Avery on Jan 03, 2025
Featured image of post Hexworthy to Swincombe

Hexworthy to Swincombe

A walk through the Swincombe Valley, taking in two ruined farmhouses, crossing the Fairy Bridge, an ancient packhorse trail and old tin workings.

A gentle 3 mile walk by Liz Miall and Simon Avery on Jul 22, 2009
Recorded and photographed by Keith Ryan
Added and edited by Simon Avery on Jan 01, 2025
Featured image of post Haytor Down

Haytor Down

A quiet walk of nice views and ancient woodland away from the busy honeypot of Haytor.

A gentle 3 mile walk by Simon Avery on Dec 28, 2024

Added and edited by Simon Avery on Dec 29, 2024