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 41 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 Smeardon Down

Smeardon Down

Twist ruined farm. Slotted gatepost. Devon United Mine. River Tavy. St Peter's Church

A medium 4 mile walk by Simon Avery & Keith Ryan & Liz Miall on Jan 12, 2011
Recorded and photographed by Keith Ryan
Added and edited by Simon Avery on Nov 11, 2024