Dartmoor has long been one of my favourite places for a wild camping adventure. This vast moorland, hallmarked by forests, rivers, and many exposed granite hilltops (tors), has a bleakness that makes you feel like you’ve truly escaped the world and have entered something truly wild and untouched by man (ironically, Dartmoor only looks the way it does because of the profound impact of early man who cleared the forests and farmed the soil into peaty oblivion!).
I thought I’d share a few shots from my most recent excursion to Dartmoor in hopes that it might inspire you to go on a wilderness adventure of your own.
Dartmoor Wild Camping Trip Summary:
- Start / Finish: Hound Tor Carpark
- Total distance: 16km
- Total ascent: 562m
- Route map: OS Maps
Related links:
- More photos on Flickr
- Dartmoor Pathfinder Guide
- Bradt Guides Wilderness Weekends
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Book marked your route as we usually stick to the other side of the moor and it’s good to have somewhere new to hike. I adore the wilds of Dartmoor and although I have a comfy bed available nearby, wild camping does appeal. Love the dog’s backpack! Pathfinder guides are my favourite.
We should swap routes, Sally! I don’t know much of your side of the Moor. Any top spots I should visit?