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South West England

Meldon Viaduct – Meldon Dam loop from Okehampton

Mountain biking trails

South West England

Meldon Viaduct – Meldon Dam loop from Okehampton

Moderate

2

riders

Meldon Viaduct – Meldon Dam loop from Okehampton

01:01

12.0km

280m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Tips

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Dartmoor National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

3.81 km

Meldon Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Constructed from iron, the Meldon Viaduct was built in 1874 to carry rail passengeacross the West Okement River. The viaduct was in operation until the 1990s.

Today, the viaduct forms …

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2

3.90 km

Meldon Viaduct and Valley View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great to include on a hike or run, or even cycle. Great views of the valley and reservoir/dam

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3

3.94 km

Meldon Dam and Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Wonderful little mobile catering trailer, Moorish Moments. I think they are here every weekend.

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4

5.57 km

Meldon Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Meldon Reservoir is a breathtaking man-made lake at 900 feet (274 m) above sea level in Dartmoor National Park. Sit and watch as the surrounding moorland changes colour with the …

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5

5.67 km

Meldon Dam

Highlight • Natural Monument

Fabulous after heavy rain.

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6

10.4 km

Fitz's Well Cross

Highlight • Natural Monument

Legend tells of a couple out walking on the moor who encountered the local Pixies (Piskies) who brought down a mist to prevent them from finding their way. After much …

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B

12.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.34 km

2.59 km

2.06 km

1.08 km

823 m

162 m

Surfaces

7.46 km

2.31 km

1.16 km

906 m

174 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Sunday 18 October

12°C

4°C

78 %

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