North Dartmoor Walk from Okehampton

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Overview

Walk from Okehampton town centre to Ball Hill, then the Tarka Trail to West Cleave, then Lower Halstock, East Hill and back to Okehampton.

Mainly moorland paths and tracks and quiet minor road. A few ups, but none too difficult. Possibly muddy in parts.

Bring a drink for our mid-morning coffee stop. Dogs welcome. Cafes and toilets in Okehampton town centre. Estimated finish time 12.30 to 1.00pm.

Coffee/lunch afterwards in Okehampton perhaps?

Please book with leader by text message only.

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available
Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SX 58994 95086
Nearest postcode:: EX20 1FD
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Okehampton Mill Road Car Park

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