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Burrator Reservoir and Dam – View of Burrator Reservoir loop from Yelverton

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Burrator Reservoir and Dam – View of Burrator Reservoir loop from Yelverton

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4.6

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Burrator Reservoir and Dam – View of Burrator Reservoir loop from Yelverton

02:28

30.7km

420m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

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

You may need to carry your bike.

After 42 m for 4 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.34 km

Viewpoint and Picnic Area in Dartmoor National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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4.61 km

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

Highlight • Lake

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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8.79 km

Under the peak of Leather Tor, this gorgeous packhorse bridge dates back to the 1830s, constructed using moorstone, aka unquarried Dartmoor granite.

It crosses Riddipitt Stream, a lovely place for a cooling paddle or dip!

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24.7 km

View of Walkhampton and the Devon Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views down to Walkhampton and across the Devon countryside as you make your way along the dismantled railway.

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26.0 km

Water Management Structures in Dartmoor National Park

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26.3 km

View of Burrator Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great resting spot to catch your breath before you head out again.

Along the track overlooking the reservoir are a few benches and when the weather's nice, it's a real sun trap.

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28.3 km

The Royal Oak Inn, Dartmoor

Highlight • Historical Site

The Royal Oak is a traditional village pub in the picturesque surroundings of Dartmoor National Park. The pub, which is Grade II-listed, is a former 15th-century church house inn and …

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30.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

9.03 km

7.00 km

2.47 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.9 km

7.58 km

4.70 km

1.44 km

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

Weather

Wednesday 24 June

29°C

22°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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Burrator Reservoir and Dam – View of Burrator Reservoir loop from Yelverton

Viewpoint and Picnic Area in Dartmoor National Park

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

Leather Tor Clapper Bridge

View of Walkhampton and the Devon Countryside

Water Management Structures in Dartmoor National Park

View of Burrator Reservoir

The Royal Oak Inn, Dartmoor

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