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Burrator Reservoir and Dam – South Hessary Tor loop from Sheepstor

Burrator Reservoir and Dam – South Hessary Tor loop from Sheepstor

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Burrator Reservoir and Dam – South Hessary Tor loop from Sheepstor

01:18

18.7km

310m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 18.1 km for 11 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.15 km

Waterfall near Burrator Reservoir

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Burrator Reservoir, near Yelverton on the south-west side of Dartmoor, is surrounded by attractive wooded countryside. On the west side of the reservoir this waterfall is fed by the Devonport …

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2.29 km

Viewpoint and Picnic Area in Dartmoor National Park

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Stunning scenery (be careful if it's a windy day!!!)

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2.57 km

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

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Burrator Reservoir is situated within Dartmoor, and the tranquil water and surrounding mixed woodland contrasts sharply with the open moor and the rugged Dartmoor tors. A trip here can be …

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8.06 km

Norsworthy Bridge to South Hessary Tor Bridleway

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This useful trail links Princetown and the north moor with Burrator Reservoir at Norsworthy Bridge. Riding in this direction is brilliant fun, not massively technical but a bit rocky with …

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9.26 km

Ivybridge Lane Track, Dartmoor National Park

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10.9 km

South Hessary Tor

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The last peak before dropping down to Princetown if you're heading up from the south on Ivybridge Lane, South Hessary Tor has some fascinating history if you climb up a …

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11.7 km

Princetown to South Hessary Tor Bridleway

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Fast track, most of the time a bit windy

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14.4 km

B3212 Yelverton to Princetown Road, Dartmoor National Park

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When the B3212 leaves Yelverton it reaches open moorland and the true magic of this road begins for cyclists. High on Dartmoor, this open road is flanked by extraordinary, sweeping …

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18.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

6.85 km

925 m

294 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.61 km

7.99 km

1.07 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

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Wednesday 24 June

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Burrator Reservoir and Dam – South Hessary Tor loop from Sheepstor

Waterfall near Burrator Reservoir

Viewpoint and Picnic Area in Dartmoor National Park

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

Norsworthy Bridge to South Hessary Tor Bridleway

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