This cycle and walking route runs for 11 miles between Lydford and Okehampton along a disused railway line. The route forms part of the National Cycle network with Okehampton the most popular start point where bicycles can be hired locally. The off road track has the advantage of being mostly traffic free. Meldon Viaduct offers spectacular views across the moors.
At the top (621m), you can proudly claim to have reached not only the highest summit on Dartmoor, but the highest point in Great Britain south of the Brecon Beacons. Join in the latest countryside craze that is 'letterboxing' and orienteer between thousands of boxes hidden on the moors to collect rubber stamps and try for membership of the '100 Club'. But beware, this remote northern part of Dartmoor is periodically used by the military for firing practice, check before you go. Drive onto Dartmoor off the A30 near Okehampton and park in the Meldon Reservoir car park.
Thanks to the Visit Devons Ruby Country website we can being you a selection of walks in the area including this delightful six miler through the charming countryside around Exbourne. Take a look at the link for further information.
If you fancy a leisurely stroll on the moor this is the place to visit - it is suitable for most abilities. The vast reservoir is surrounded by unspoiled, ever changing moorland. The lake itself is home to an abundance of brown trout!
This lovely round walk of about four miles starts at Throwleigh church and passes Devon townhouses to the open moorland on the edge of Dartmoor. Full details are available from the visorando website.
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4 August 2026
This cycle and walking route runs for 11 miles between Lydford and Okehampton along a disused railway line. The route forms part of the National Cycle network with Okehampton the most popular start point where bicycles can be hired locally. The off road track has the advantage of being mostly traffic free. Meldon Viaduct offers spectacular views across the moors.
23 June 2011
At the top (621m), you can proudly claim to have reached not only the highest summit on Dartmoor, but the highest point in Great Britain south of the Brecon Beacons. Join in the latest countryside craze that is 'letterboxing' and orienteer between thousands of boxes hidden on the moors to collect rubber stamps and try for membership of the '100 Club'. But beware, this remote northern part of Dartmoor is periodically used by the military for firing practice, check before you go. Drive onto Dartmoor off the A30 near Okehampton and park in the Meldon Reservoir car park.
Thanks to the Visit Devons Ruby Country website we can being you a selection of walks in the area including this delightful six miler through the charming countryside around Exbourne. Take a look at the link for further information.
If you fancy a leisurely stroll on the moor this is the place to visit - it is suitable for most abilities. The vast reservoir is surrounded by unspoiled, ever changing moorland. The lake itself is home to an abundance of brown trout!
This lovely round walk of about four miles starts at Throwleigh church and passes Devon townhouses to the open moorland on the edge of Dartmoor. Full details are available from the visorando website.