Welcome to Dartmoor Walking

There’s nowhere quite like Dartmoor!

Whether you’re local or making a special visit, there are so many benefits to exploring the landscape and the stories it holds.

To help you on your way, this site contains 39 self-guided walks of varying length and terrain, all with Parking, Directions, Photographs, Maps, Tracks and explanations of what you'll find.

Each one of these walks is based on personal experience, so you’ll benefit from unique local knowledge and see the moor through the eyes of those most passionate about sharing its wonder.

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

Featured image of post Dr Blackall's Drive

Dr Blackall's Drive

A medium 3 mile walk along the top of a valley with some nice views over the Dart Valley.

A medium 3 mile walk by Liz Miall on Sep 25, 2021
Recorded and photographed by Keith Ryan
Added and edited by Simon Avery on Dec 12, 2024
Featured image of post Yennadon Down

Yennadon Down

A mostly level circular walk around Yennadon Down with some nice views over Burrator Reservoir and some interesting history along the way.

A gentle 3 mile walk by Liz Miall on Jan 25, 2020
Recorded and photographed by Keith Ryan
Added and edited by Simon Avery on Dec 11, 2024
Featured image of post Vitifer and Golden Dagger Mines

Vitifer and Golden Dagger Mines

A medium 4-mile linear walk taking taking in the Golden Dagger mine area and its many ruins.

A medium 4 mile walk by Keith Ryan on Jul 25, 2021

Added and edited by Simon Avery on Dec 09, 2024
Featured image of post Haytor Rocks and Quarries

Haytor Rocks and Quarries

A medium 3-mile walk through the iconic Haytor and surrounding quarries, pointing out points of interest along the way.

A medium 4 mile walk by Keith Ryan on Jun 25, 2021

Added and edited by Simon Avery on Dec 09, 2024