Highlight • Natural Monument
Brown Willy Summit
Hiking
5.0
(53)
Running
5.0
(3)
Rising from Bodmin Moor, you’ll find the hiking trails to Brown Willy are gentle ascents over rugged, grassy terrain. At the summit, a cairn and trig point confirm you’ve made it to the peak but you’ll be far more interested in the vast, 360 degree view.
Rugged terrain and beautiful views
Hikes up Brown Willy can be started from plenty of surrounding roads and villages but, as this is open moorland, be careful not to wander into any of the numerous bogs surrounding the hill.
From the summit, you’ll be able to see nearby tors such as Rough, Catshole and Garrow. To the east, Leskernick Hill is the site of neolithic settlements and Rough Tor is home to Bronze Age stone circles. Brown Willy itself is no stranger to ancient hut circles, so keep a lookout.
Stark and heather-clad, Bodmin Moor is beautiful throughout the year. Climbing Brown Willy in the colder months often brings mist, cloud and drizzle but there’s something about overcast days that makes it even more atmospheric.
Summer and autumn turn the landscape purple with heather flowers and the balmy weather makes for excellent hiking conditions. Despite its modest height, the weather can still be changeable so prepare well for your adventures.
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Tips
May 6, 2021
Hiking
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August 7, 2023
Running
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Nearby routes
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4.7
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320
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7.37km
02:18
290m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.3
(11)
45
hikers
8.45km
02:32
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.3
(16)
49
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17.5km
04:58
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Details
Informations
Elevation 460 m
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Family Friendly
yes
Wheelchair access
no
Dog Friendly
yes
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Wednesday 6 May
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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h
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