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Swaling (controlled burning) on Merrivale Common until 14 March. Avoid the area and keep dogs on leads nearby.

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Dartmoor National Park is a fabulous place to go walking. There are so many varied routes for all abilities available across this wild and historic landscape.

For any walk, no matter how short, we recommend you take an OS explorer map of Dartmoor with you.

OS explorer map of Dartmoor

Short Walks

Discover varied walking routes across Dartmoor with downloadable maps, detailed directions, and opportunities to explore local villages and enjoy refreshment stops.

  • Landscape

    Princetown easy access route

    There and back again3km1hr

    Linear route following a gravel surfaced bridleway, some gentle inclines and number of granite cross drains and a small granite bridge.

    Learn more Princetown easy access route
  • Heritage

    Ilsington route

    Circular route5km2hrs

    Green lanes with some steep hills, and rough underfoot. Route can be wet in places after rain so appropriate footwear is advisable.

    Learn more Ilsington route
  • Heritage

    Hexworthy route

    Circular route5km2.5hrs

    One strenuous climb from Week Ford to Combestone Tor. Easy going along roads and defined tracks. Route crosses stepping stones.

    Learn more Hexworthy route
  • Heritage

    Buckfastleigh route

    Circular route5.8km3.5hrs

    Largely on roads, with the occasional easy going to moderate off road sections. The walk does include a long stairway.

    Learn more Buckfastleigh route

Long Walks

Looking for a challenge? Dartmoor offers iconic long-distance walks with some spectacularly scenic routes across and around the National Park.

Miles Without Stiles

Explore graded, stile-free routes designed for all abilities, from families with young children to those using mobility aids.

Dartmoor's Wheeled Access Group
  • Nature

    Yarner Wood

    Circular route2km~30-40 mins

    Miles without stiles:
    Easy
    Disabled Ramblers Category Level:
    2/3
    Learn more Yarner Wood
  • Nature

    Brent Island

    There and back again1km~20-30 mins

    Miles without stiles:
    Access for all
    Disabled Ramblers Category Level:
    1
    Learn more Brent Island
  • Nature

    Burrator Arboretum

    Circular route1km~20-30 minutes

    Miles without stiles:
    Access for all
    Disabled Ramblers Category Level:
    1
    Learn more Burrator Arboretum
  • Nature

    Longtimber Woods

    There and back again2km~30-40 mins

    Miles without stiles:
    Easy
    Disabled Ramblers Category Level:
    1
    Learn more Longtimber Woods
  • Heritage

    Bellever Forest

    Circular route4km1.5hrs

    Miles without stiles:
    Moderate
    Disabled Ramblers Category Level:
    2/3
    Learn more Bellever Forest
  • Heritage

    Haytor Quarry

    There and back again2km45 mins

    Miles without stiles:
    Moderate
    Disabled Ramblers Category Level:
    2/3
    Learn more Haytor Quarry