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Meldon Viaduct – Meldon Dam loop from Okehampton

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Meldon Viaduct – Meldon Dam loop from Okehampton

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3.0

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Meldon Viaduct – Meldon Dam loop from Okehampton

01:27

13.1km

190m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.24 km

Simmons Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Quaint riverside park in the middle of Oakhampton. Lovely place.

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5.23 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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5.32 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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6.69 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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6.79 km

Meldon Dam

Highlight • Natural Monument

Fabulous after heavy rain.

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11.0 km

Old Town Park Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

13.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.79 km

2.54 km

1.03 km

834 m

746 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.51 km

1.93 km

1.36 km

1.01 km

970 m

267 m

Elevation

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Monday 6 July

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Meldon Viaduct – Meldon Dam loop from Okehampton

Simmons Park

Meldon Viaduct

Meldon Viaduct and Valley View

Meldon Reservoir

Meldon Dam

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