Dartmoor National Park – Lydford Gorge and Castle loop from Marystow
Dartmoor National Park – Lydford Gorge and Castle loop from Marystow
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Dartmoor National Park – Lydford Gorge and Castle loop from Marystow
02:17
34.9km
490m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Last updated: May 28, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
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3.89 km
Knowle Wood
Forest
16.9 km
The Highwayman Inn
Highlight • Pub
Tip by
18.3 km
Meldon Viaduct on the Granite Way
Highlight • Bridge
Tip by
18.7 km
Dartmoor National Park
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
21.1 km
Beech Tree Avenue, Bridestowe
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
24.4 km
Lydford Gorge and Castle
Highlight • Gorge
Lydford Castle was built in 1132 on the site of a pre existing castle built just after the Norman Conquest. Entry is free, further details available at the English Heritage website english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/lydford-castle-and-saxon-town
Lydford Gorge is managed by the National Trust and those who take a walk through the woods will be rewarded with the spectacular 30ft White Lady waterfall. See their website for more information nationaltrust.org.uk/lydford-gorge
Tip by
30.9 km
Froghill Plantation
Forest
34.9 km
End point
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
28.9 km
5.01 km
894 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
26.6 km
8.03 km
254 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (280 m)
Lowest point (80 m)
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