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Haldon Moor
Association / Club / Walk leader 
3.23 mi
+646 ft
-646 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bishopsteignton (Devon)
Superb views over the Teign Estuary from the hills above the village, and remnants of a historic Bishop’s Palace.
Totnes town trail
AONB 1.26 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Totnes (Devon)
Discover the Totnes of times gone by. A walk through Totnes’ narrow streets to discover a town crammed full of history. This walk can be extended by following the River Dart to nearby Dartington along the riverside path.
Stokeinteignhead & Maidencombe
Association / Club / Walk leader 7.67 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,749 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Shaldon (Devon)
A lovely village and a Brunel memorial, plus dramatic clifftop walking and superb views.
Shaldon
Association / Club / Walk leader 4.96 mi
+659 ft
-666 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Shaldon (Devon)
A stretch of coastline, a pretty village at the mouth of the Teign and some pleasant inland farmland.
Luton - Bishopsteignton
Association / Club / Walk leader 3.54 mi
+489 ft
-512 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Bishopsteignton (Devon)
Devon heathland, farmland and woodland, with a pretty village midway.
Stage 4 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Holne to YHA Dartmoor Bellever
Association / Club / Walk leader 15.36 mi
+2,093 ft
-1,637 ft
8h 55
Moderate
Departure from Holne (Devon)
This stage has a sting in the tail as an option for all those YHA lovers. The Two Moors Way goes about 5 miles east of YHA Dartmoor at Bellever but that shouldn't stop you from staying there. The extra few miles at the end of this stage and the journey back to the Two Moors Way at the beginning of the next stage are in no way laborious, rather a bonus.
Huntingdon Warren & Lud Gate from Scorriton
Visorando Member 7.12 mi
+1,430 ft
-1,414 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from West Buckfastleigh (Devon)
This Dartmoor route uses a section of the Two Moors Way. The route follows paths and tracks although a good sense of direction is needed in what can be an unforgiving landscape. After wet weather, streams may be in spate so care is needed crossing them.
Mel Tor to Bench Tor and back
Visorando Member 3.83 mi
+889 ft
-915 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Widecombe in the Moor (Devon)
Includes a fording of the Dart river as long as it's not in spate!
Green Lanes around Cornworthy
Visorando Member 
6.50 mi
+804 ft
-784 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Cornworthy (Devon)
A circular walk using some of Devon's historic 'green lanes' through Cornworthy, Tuckenhay and Allaleigh. The route passes through the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with views from coast to moor.
Dartmeet to Belstone near Okehampton - Dartmoor Perambulation
Visorando Member 
20.05 mi
+2,415 ft
-2,165 ft
11h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Widecombe in the Moor (Devon)
This is the second stage of the Dartmoor Perambulation.
This route follows the eastern section of the original route; key checkpoints are used.
This section of the route offers various terrains, from country lanes to some reasonable hills to climb.
This route is completed, following the Visorando App, but may need local variations due to weather conditions and access. Read the Notes for more guidance
Avon Dam and Two Moors Way
Visorando Member 10.14 mi
+840 ft
-863 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from South Brent (Devon)
A circular walk on Dartmoor, taking in the Avon Dam and its reservoir and part of the Two Moors Way.
Shipley Bridge, out to Red Lake and around Avon Reservoir
Visorando Member 
8.62 mi
+827 ft
-837 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from South Brent (Devon)
This route follows the river upstream towards the Avon Dam, before skirting around the reservoir and then follows a section of the Abbot's Way, a long-distance walk across Dartmoor. Continuing around the back of the reservoir, around Huntington Warren, and the clapper bridge. Leaving the river and up to the Red Lake, disused China Clay Works, and the Tip. The route back then follows an old disused tram track, across Brent Moor, passing the Water Treatment Works, back to the start.
Walk without a full turn-by-turn description, to be followed using the Visorando app - see Notes
Brixham Headlands
AONB 5.85 mi
+476 ft
-463 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Brixham (Torbay)
A circuit linking Brixham’s two headlands. Giving fine views out over Torbay and towards the mouth of the Dart. Plenty of local history from Napoleon to the historic fishing fleet of the harbour, mixed in with an abundance of superb wildlife and nationally protected landscapes.
Dartmoor Warren House Inn to Chagford Circular
Visorando Member 
14.78 mi
+1,883 ft
-1,886 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from North Bovey (Devon)
A circular walk in the east of Dartmoor following roads and paths, including sections of the Two Moors Way. The walk includes a mix of open moorland, footpaths and quiet roads where the farming hinterlands meet the moor. Except for the section north of the road near the Warren House Inn, all the paths are well-trodden and waymarked. There are some steep sections. Apart from the high moors, this walk is fairly sheltered from the prevailing SW winds.
Bennett's Cross to Grimspound and the Golden Dagger mine
Visorando Member 
3.53 mi
+597 ft
-623 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Chagford (Devon)
This route starts at Bennett's Cross, a moorland cross marking a boundary, then circles an area on Dartmoor, where over many centuries, Tin was mined. Leading onto the Two Moors Way and Grimspound, a well-preserved Bronze Age Settlement, it is thought that the occupants mined in the area. The route then leads through the heart of the mined area, with Headland Warren, another area on the moors where rabbits were farmed. To finish back at the cross, which is near the highest Inn in Southern England, where the fire in the hearth has reputedly stayed lit since the 1800s.
Dartmouth Greenway round
AONB 9.79 mi
+1,414 ft
-1,411 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Dartmouth (Devon)
The lower half of the Dart Valley Trail, a great circular walk in itself! One of the area’s truly great walks, this day- long ramble follows the wooded banks of the broad and beautiful Dart estuary, on a route crammed with gems and jewels of human and natural history.
Dartmouth town trail
AONB 1.26 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Dartmouth (Devon)
Discover the heritage of the town. A gentle walk around the town of Dartmouth taking in historic features of interest. There is an audio guide for this walk which is best listened to along the route via the South Devon AONB walks webpage.
Gara Bridge and Bickham Bridge circular
Visorando Member 
3.34 mi
+259 ft
-243 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Diptford (Devon)
A short walk through the Avon valley, mostly on green lanes and footpaths.
Woodhuish and Mansands
AONB 3.50 mi
+925 ft
-919 ft
2h 25
Difficult
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A network of paths and green lanes on a wild and rugged coastline just around the corner from Brixham. Beautiful beaches, the silvery sea, and the curves, cliffs and coves of a superb stretch of the coast.
Kingswear and Waterhead Creek
AONB 1.47 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
0h 50
Easy
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A short waterside and woodland stroll. This short walk skirts the edges of Waterhead creek in Kingswear before heading into the woods alongside the estuary and back along the railway line.
Kingswear to Froward Point
AONB 5.02 mi
+932 ft
-902 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
Castles and cliffs, seals and skylarks. A circular walk around to the mouth of the Dart estuary with views out to sea and along to Start Bay. Explore the World War 2 battery at Froward and find out more about the Daymark.
Kingswear to Greenway
AONB 4.50 mi
+676 ft
-696 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A lovely linear walk up the Dart Estuary. Enjoy views of the estuary as you pass through woodland, farm fields and the Greenway Estate. You can choose to return by water, on foot or by steam!
Kingswear to Coleton Fishacre coast path circular
Visorando Member 
6.50 mi
+1,270 ft
-1,270 ft
4h 05
Difficult
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
This is a (mostly) circular walk that takes in a short section of the South West Coast Path and passes sub-tropical plants, dramatic cliffs and WW2 relics on a route that skirts the beautiful Coleton Fishacre house and gardens. The path is clearly marked and well-trodden. There are several steep sections and plenty of steps, but there are lovely views as compensation.
Clifford Bridge to Fingle Bridge and Butterdon Down
Visorando Member 7.70 mi
+1,237 ft
-1,214 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Moretonhampstead (Devon)
A wonderful circular walk from Clifford Bridge to Fingle Bridge on a gentle path along the River Teign before heading steeply onto Butterdon Down and descending back to Clifford Bridge. Beautiful woodland views.
Brownstone, Froward and Coleton
AONB 2.96 mi
+699 ft
-699 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Kingswear (Devon)
A walk exploring the wild and rugged coastline of the AONB. This walk is a perfect mix of natural and local history – with the spectacular coast of the Brixham and Kingswear Peninsula, and the WW2 military site at Froward Point.
Dartmouth Castle, Gallants Bower and Compass Cove – Defences of the Dart
AONB 1.92 mi
+479 ft
-479 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Dartmouth (Devon)
A peaceful woodland walk up to the earthworks of a Civil War fort, then around the headland to enjoy views along the coast and out to sea.
Little Dartmouth and Dartmouth Castle
AONB 3.51 mi
+751 ft
-745 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Dartmouth (Devon)
Countryside and castles on the South Devon coast. Small but perfectly formed, this satisfying circuit is full of character and interest, offering glorious views from the cliffs, the tang of the sea close up on the rocky shore, the rich history of the castle and the beautiful River Dart. This circular walk can also be started at Dartmouth Castle. You can use the Castle ferry from Dartmouth, to reach the alternative start of this walk.
Fingle Bridge
Visorando Member 5.37 mi
+797 ft
-807 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Drewsteignton (Devon)
Lovely walk to discover the Dartmoor National Park. This walk starts from Fingle Bridge National Trust and has great view on Castle Drogo.
Blackpool Sands, Strete and Stoke Fleming
AONB 4.53 mi
+807 ft
-787 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Stoke Fleming (Devon)
This walk can be done as two smaller circular routes or joined up to make a longer figure of eight. The walk offers great coastal views, green lanes, glorious beaches and plenty of history and wildlife along the way!
Grimpstonleigh loop - Watkins Wood
Visorando Member 2.21 mi
+328 ft
-348 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Woodleigh (Devon)
A lovely, safe dog walk, starting at the eastern car park for Woodleigh Woods. No road sections, so dogs can run off lead. Part of the walk is within the Woodland Trust woods, so please follow any instructions, close gates, pick up dog poo, etc …
Stage 6 Devon's Coast-to-Coast : Drewsteignton to Morchard Bishop
Association / Club / Walk leader 14.89 mi
+1,447 ft
-1,611 ft
8h 05
Moderate
Departure from Drewsteignton (Devon)
Stage 6 is a tricky navigational test as we leave the Dartmoor National Park and head into Mid Devon. The route crosses the A 30, the main Exeter to Barnstaple rail line and the busy A 377. There's plenty to keep you occupied and some pretty hamlets to go through (avoiding some interesting villages, so you might be tempted to go off-route at some point).
Loddiswell and Middle Avon Valley
AONB 3.40 mi
+299 ft
-312 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Loddiswell (Devon)
A perfect mix of riverside, ancient woodland and beautiful countryside. A beautiful leafy walk following the amber waters of the River Avon through classic English woodland, starting and finishing in the tranquil village of Loddiswell.
Throwleigh Church loop
Visorando Member 4.04 mi
+253 ft
-262 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Throwleigh (Devon)
A beautiful walk past granite Devon longhouses and open moorland on the edge of Dartmoor. It's recommended to do this walk clockwise as the last footpath is difficult to find going in the other direction.
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