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Region Guide

Discover Dartmoor & Exmoor

Ancient granite tors, wild ponies, and dramatic coastlines — England's south-west at its most untamed.

Highest Point
High Willhays — 621m
Area
2,548 km² combined
Best Months
April to June, September
Classifications
Marilyns, Dartmoor 300s
Character
Ancient granite tors
Nearest Hub
Exeter / Taunton

About the Region

Dartmoor and Exmoor form England's south-western uplands — remote, windswept and unlike anywhere else in the country. Dartmoor's granite tors punctuate a vast plateau of blanket bog and prehistoric remains, while Exmoor combines moorland with dramatic sea cliffs and wooded combes.

High Willhays (621m) is England's highest point south of the Peak District. The Dartmoor 300s list catalogues every tor and summit over 300m on the moor. Both parks are renowned for dark skies, wild camping and the eerie beauty of mist-draped moorland.

"Dartmoor is one of the few places in England where you can still feel genuinely alone."

— William Crossing

Tor Heritage

Dartmoor 300s
Granite tors

The complete list of Dartmoor summits over 300m — from iconic Yes Tor to remote Black Tor — capturing the unique granite landscape.

High Willhays
Southern England's roof

At 621m, High Willhays is the highest point in England south of Cross Fell — a remote and often misty summit.

Exmoor Marilyns
Coastal high points

Exmoor's Marilyns combine moorland summits with stunning Atlantic coastline — Dunkery Beacon (519m) the most celebrated.

When to Visit

Spring
Mar – May

Conditions improve and crowds thin. Snow may linger on the highest tops — check before heading above 700m.

Best for: Wainwrights, wild camping
Summer
Jun – Aug

Long days and warm weather, but popular fells can be busy. Early starts reward you with empty summits.

Best for: Beginners, family routes
Autumn
Sep – Nov

Many walkers' favourite season. Rich colours, stable weather windows and noticeably fewer people on the paths.

Best for: Photography, long ridges
Winter
Dec – Feb

A serious undertaking above the snowline. Crampons and ice-axe skills required. Views on a clear day are unmatched.

Best for: Experienced walkers only

Essential Routes

High Willhays & Yes TorModerate

The highest circuit in southern England — via the military road and open moorland above Okehampton.

Distance
14 km
Ascent
500m
Haytor & Hound TorEasy

Two of the most dramatic tors on Dartmoor, linked by open grassland with coastal views.

Distance
10 km
Ascent
350m
Dunkery BeaconModerate

The highest point on Exmoor — a broad ridge walk with views to Wales on clear days.

Distance
10 km
Ascent
400m
Valley of the RocksEasy

A dramatic coastal circuit near Lynton with sea stacks, wild goats and cliff scenery.

Distance
8 km
Ascent
300m

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