A brilliant scenic moorland walk, commons, ranges and a disused viaduct.

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Overview

This scenic walk takes in some fine views. We walk along by the River Lyd below Brat Tor and Widgery Cross to the abandoned Doe Tor Farm. We then skirt around the ranges and pass Willsworthy Camp Cross, before dropping down to Lydford Viaduct then returning back to High Down car park.

Dogs on lead if cattle present

Wednesday, 18 June 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 1:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SX 52499 85301
Nearest postcode:: EX20 4AZ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

High Down Carpark (off A386 ) coming from Tavistock, just past left hand turn to Lydford with Dartmoor Inn on right, take next turn on right , up track , open gate and enter CP.

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