Liskeard is a historic market town in southeast Cornwall, uniquely positioned between the rugged landscapes of Bodmin Moor and the scenic south coast. This diverse geography offers a rich tapestry of environments, from granite tors and sweeping moorland vistas to ancient woodlands and river valleys. The area provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Liskeard serves as a central base for outdoor pursuits, offering more…
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357
hikers
4.70km
01:12
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.87km
02:37
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.43km
01:46
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.7km
03:14
200m
200m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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125
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39.9km
02:36
510m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.8km
02:35
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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78.6km
05:20
1,200m
1,200m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.4km
02:29
670m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
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32.1km
01:58
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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69.3km
03:31
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
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76.4km
04:27
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

11
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37.3km
02:25
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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8
riders
4.61km
00:22
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20m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.9km
01:46
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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37.8km
02:43
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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57.9km
03:46
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
9.87km
01:03
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.9km
01:56
290m
290m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.7km
01:48
230m
230m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.81km
01:00
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Liskeard offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The region provides diverse terrain from rugged moorlands to river valleys. Komoot features 90 routes in the area.
More than 6,000 visitors have explored Liskeard's outdoor offerings on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.57 out of 5 stars from over 590 ratings.
Liskeard features 27 touring cycling routes. Options include the Jamaica Inn & Colliford Lake loop (24.8 miles [39.9 km]) and The Caradon Trail loop (21.3 miles [34.3 km]). More routes are available in the Cycling around Liskeard guide.
Liskeard offers various hiking trails, including routes around Golitha Falls, The Cheesewring, and The Hurlers Stone Circles. The Hiking around Liskeard guide provides additional options, including easy hikes.
Liskeard has 17 road cycling routes. These routes traverse historic mining landscapes and scenic waterways. Further details can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Liskeard guide.
Liskeard offers 3 mountain biking routes, with potential for more on the rugged moorlands. The MTB Trails around Liskeard guide provides specific options for mountain biking.
Notable natural landmarks include Bodmin Moor, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with granite tors and ancient sites. Golitha Falls features cascades along the River Fowey, and The Cheesewring is a unique natural monument with panoramic views.
Siblyback Lake offers a circular walk suitable for families and is a hub for water sports. Leisurely strolls are available in local parks like Martins Park and Westbourne Gardens. The Easy hikes around Liskeard guide lists suitable options.
Komoot offers several guides for Liskeard, including Cycling around Liskeard, Hiking around Liskeard, Road Cycling Routes around Liskeard, and MTB Trails around Liskeard.
Official information about Liskeard can be found on the Liskeard Town Council website. The website address is liskeard.gov.uk. For direct inquiries, the Liskeard Town Council phone number is 01579 345407.
Bodmin Moor is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Liskeard. It features granite tors, ancient archaeological sites like The Hurlers Stone Circles, and King Doniert's Stone. Brown Willy, Cornwall's highest point, is also located on the moor.
Liskeard offers 39 jogging routes for runners. These trails provide opportunities to explore the local area on foot. The Running Trails around Liskeard guide lists specific options.

