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Walking Routes in South Devon

There’s nothing like heading out into the great outdoors and the great footpaths and walking trails that crisscross South Devon provide the perfect place to explore.

South Devon has some of the finest walks in Britain, with hundreds of miles of ancient tracks and coastal paths for you to enjoy. And with great accommodation found in every town and village throughout the region you’re not only right in the heart of the scenery, but you can literally walk out your door and start experiencing the wealth of heritage and culture without so much as turning a key in the ignition or buying a railway ticket.

Whilst walking in South Devon you can experience the contrast between the dramatic granite tors of Dartmoor against the shimmering seascapes on the coastal paths. Take a wander down a country lane and you will be slap-bang in the heart of some breathtaking scenery in just a few steps.

By joining one of the great heritage trails or guided walks available you can ensure you see the best of what we have to offer as well as learning about the history and landscape you see all around you. Walking is more popular with visitors to South Devon than ever, but don’t worry about crowds. With more miles of footpaths and roads than almost any other county in England there’s plenty of room for everyone.

South West Coast Path

If you’re looking for a really good walk, try Britain’s longest marked footpath, the South West Coast Path, it covers 630 miles of coast around the West Country and is guaranteed to give even the most determined rambler’s boots a good pounding. The section of path along the South Devon coast from Lyme Regis to Plymouth is one of the most picturesque and is well worth a visit as part of a holiday in South Devon.

Whether you plan to walk the entire South Devon coast or would just like to find a place to spot dolphins, basking sharks and coastal wildlife, the South West Coast Path gives you the chance to discover a huge range of natural and social history, as well as rocky headlands, hidden coves and sandy beaches all waiting to be discovered.

Large parts of the South West Coast Path take you through two Area's of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site combining stunning scenery, tranquillity and a great active day out that everyone can enjoy.

Below we’ve listed a range of walking routes and ideas to help you decide where to start.

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The City Wall Trail

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Exeter, Devon

Exeter

A superb self-guided tour. Pick up a free leaflet from Exeter Visitor Information & Tickets & discover the history of Exeter's City Wall.

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Princetown Audio Walk

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High Moorland Visitor Centre, Princetown, Devon, PL20 6QF

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01822 890414

hmvc@dartmoor-npa.gov.uk

Princetown

The Princetown audio walk is a 6 mile (10km) circular walk starting from the High Moorland Visitor Centre, taking you across moorland to a waterfall, aqueduct, Bronze Age settlements and stone rows.

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Cultural Trails: Stoke Fleming to Strete Walk

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A peaceful, beautiful and countryside walk, showing off the shimmering sweep of the sea, plus a glimpse into the past. You can expect to encounter maritime history, pirates and smuggling tales, green lanes, beaches, sea views and wonderful geology.

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Churston & Broadsands

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TQ4 6HX

South West Coast Path - Churston and Broadsans, Dog-frendly walk
An exploration of a living, but tranquil area of countryside and coastline that divides the residential outskirts of Paignton and Brixham.Use this walk (or part of it) to visit the…

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Fire Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve

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Sidmouth, Devon

Telephone
01395 516551

Sidmouth

Fire Beacon Hill is an area of lowland heath, which offers you a birds eye view of the surrounding countryside.

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Kingswear to Froward Point

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TQ6 0AL

South West Coast Path - Kingswear to Froward Point, Dog-friendly Walk
Castles and cliffs, seals and skylarks, on a coastal circular walk rich in views, history and natural abundance.
Difficulty: challengingLength: 3.5 miles
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Start Point Walk

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Start Point, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 2ET

Kingsbridge

Start Point is the most southerly tip of Devon, with stunning coastal scenery across Start Bay and lots of wildlife to spot, including seabirds and the odd seal.

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Torcross and Stokenham

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TQ7 2TQ

South West Coast Path - Torcross to Stokenham, Dog-friendly Walk
ThiA fairly undemanding stroll along the shores of Slapton Ley, a National Nature Reserve with an abundance of wildlife, including many species of visiting birds. The freshwater lake…

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Sidmouth to Beer Coast

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Sidmouth, Devon

Sidmouth

The coast between Sidmouth and Beer reflects the unique ‘walk through time’ that can be experienced along the length of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, of which this is a part.

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Exeter's Riverside and Western Skyline - Walk

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Exeter, Devon

Exeter

This walk is on the Exe Valley Way in Exeter, linking it to the skyline overlooking the city. It is entirely on surfaced lanes & paths.

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Two Castles Trail

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Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1HQ

Okehampton

The Two Castles Trail is a 24 mile waymarked walking route between Okehampton and Launceston Castles. Starting on the western side of Devon and finishing just inside Cornwall, the walk meanders through rolling countryside full of history.

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Exeter Green Circle Walk

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Exeter, Devon

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01392 665700

Exeter

The Exeter Green Circle is a twelve-mile walk around the city with something for everyone, and a walk which includes some rural stretches.

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Geocaching

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Across South Devon

Geocaching is a great way to experience the great outdoors that surrounds you in South Devon at no cost making it the perfect activity to enjoy if you’re trying to save a few pennies. All you need is a smartphone or GPS and a little patience at…

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Heath and Valley Walk

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Newton Poppleford, Devon

Newton Poppleford

A pleasant walk starting from Newton Poppleford through quiet countryside with good views over the valley of the River Otter.

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