Appledore is a village situated in North Devon, where the Rivers Taw and Torridge converge before flowing into the Atlantic. This region is defined by its estuary location, coastal paths, and diverse natural landscapes, offering varied terrain for outdoor activities. The area features the renowned South West Coast Path and natural features such as Northam Burrows Country Park, providing opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
Appledore provides a…
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6
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18.2km
04:44
120m
120m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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6.35km
01:41
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.73km
01:15
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40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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55.9km
02:19
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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81.7km
03:52
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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21.1km
00:53
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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8.83km
00:56
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.22km
00:59
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25.9km
01:30
160m
160m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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57.3km
03:03
80m
80m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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51.0km
02:53
200m
200m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.7km
01:45
30m
30m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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49.5km
02:51
140m
140m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49.9km
02:49
70m
70m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66.7km
04:05
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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62.1km
03:42
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Appledore offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features an estuary location, coastal paths, and diverse natural landscapes suitable for these sports. There are more than 40 routes available across these activities.
Appledore provides numerous hiking opportunities, including sections of the South West Coast Path and trails within Northam Burrows Country Park. A scenic walk follows the South West Coast Path from the main car park to Northam Burrows. For more options, refer to the Hiking around Appledore guide.
Yes, Appledore offers easy hiking trails suitable for various abilities. The path along the estuary towards Westward Ho! is a stunning coastal walk. Specific easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Appledore guide.
Appledore serves as a good base for road cycling, with scenic roads offering estuary views and wide-open seaward panoramas. The surrounding peninsula provides varied terrain for cyclists. Explore routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Appledore guide.
Yes, the Tarka Trail, a shared-use path, runs through the Appledore area, offering a relatively flat route suitable for touring cyclists. This trail connects to broader North Devon cycling networks. More touring options are available in the Cycling around Appledore guide.
Joggers can utilize sections of the South West Coast Path and trails within Northam Burrows Country Park. These areas provide diverse terrain for running. For specific routes, consult the Running Trails around Appledore guide.
Appledore offers options for mountain biking enthusiasts. The region's diverse landscapes may include suitable trails. Information on specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Appledore guide.
Trails in Appledore offer estuary views where the Rivers Taw and Torridge meet the sea. The South West Coast Path provides coastal vistas, and Northam Burrows Country Park features a rare wildlife site with a grassy coastal plain, salt marsh, and sand dunes. The high pebble ridge at Northam Burrows offers views of Bideford Bay.
There are 46 routes available for various outdoor activities in Appledore on komoot. These routes cover sports such as hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and mountain biking. The community has shared experiences on these routes.
Routes in Appledore have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 stars, based on more than 1,000 ratings from visitors. This indicates a high level of satisfaction with the outdoor experiences available in the region. More than 9,000 visitors have explored the area.
Appledore offers options suitable for families, including easy hikes and relatively flat cycling routes like sections of the Tarka Trail. Northam Burrows Country Park provides open spaces for exploration. Always check specific route details for suitability for all family members.
Komoot offers several guides for Appledore, including Road Cycling Routes around Appledore, Hiking around Appledore, Easy hikes around Appledore, Cycling around Appledore, Running Trails around Appledore, and MTB Trails around Appledore.

