Haytor and Quarry Family Trail

Walks, England, Devon, Teignbridge
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Haytor and Quarry Family Trail

Ilsington, Devon

by claud

  • 1hr 15m / 2.1km
  • 10

A classic Dartmoor walk with tors, amazing views and an old quarry being by re-colonised by nature. Great for families.

  • Wildlife
  • Great views
  • Public toilets
  • Hilly & steep
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly

Walk preview

Map preview for Haytor and Quarry Family Trail
  1. The walk starts at the National Park Visitor Centre, Haytor TQ13 9XT. Bus 271 stops here and there are public toilets, a shop & info point.

    Step 1: The walk starts at the National Park Visitor Centre, Haytor TQ13 9XT. Bus 271 stops here and there are public toilets, a shop & info point.

  2. Cross the main road right by the visitor centre and walk ahead on the wide grass path for a short while.

    Step 2: Cross the main road right by the visitor centre and walk ahead on the wide grass path for a short while.

  3. Turn left at the first path and start walking uphill towards Haytor. Dogs must be on a short lead at all times.

    Step 3: Turn left at the first path and start walking uphill towards Haytor. Dogs must be on a short lead at all times.

  4. The gradient is quite gentle at first as you walk between the gorse.

    Step 4: The gradient is quite gentle at first as you walk between the gorse.

  5. Continue straight over the path junctions and keep heading uphill. This last stretch is steeper.

    Step 5: Continue straight over the path junctions and keep heading uphill. This last stretch is steeper.

  6. You made it! Plenty of rocks to climb up and explore here. Take care, especially when it has been wet.

    Step 6: You made it! Plenty of rocks to climb up and explore here. Take care, especially when it has been wet.

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