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Meldon Dam – Meldon Viaduct loop from Sourton

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Meldon Dam – Meldon Viaduct loop from Sourton

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Meldon Dam – Meldon Viaduct loop from Sourton

02:09

7.66km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.69 km

Traditional Stone Walls of Dartmoor

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Old stone walls are part and parcel of Dartmoor's incredible landscape. Still a relatively wild national park, the walls that criss cross parts of the moor use local stone and traditional methods, becoming a part of the natural landscape.

The stone walls are a haven for lichens, moss, flowers and other plants, making them fascinating habitats by themselves. This trail is bordered by traditional walls that have stood for decades.

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2.96 km

Meldon Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful place to be on a summers day for a quick walk around.

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2.96 km

Ancient Beech Trees

Highlight • Forest

3.12 km

View of Meldon Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice spot for a short break

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3.52 km

Meldon Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Meldon Reservoir is a breathtaking man-made lake at 900 feet (274 m) above sea level in Dartmoor National Park. Sit and watch as the surrounding moorland changes colour with the sun, chat to the fishermen sitting peacefully on its banks or watch as birds circle above the calm waters. Formed by damming the West Okement River, the reservoir is 0.75 miles (1.2 km) long and 984 feet (300 m) wide.

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3.62 km

Meldon Dam

Highlight • Natural Monument

Fabulous after heavy rain.

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4.74 km

Meldon Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Constructed from iron, the Meldon Viaduct was built in 1874 to carry rail passengeacross the West Okement River. The viaduct was in operation until the 1990s.

Today, the viaduct forms part of the Granite Way, a long-distance cycle path in Dartmoor. It's well-surfaced so perfect for families and children. There are no hills either! The Viaduct is one of only two such railway bridges still surviving in the UK.

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7.66 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.70 km

1.51 km

398 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.84 km

3.36 km

247 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (360 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

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Friday 10 July

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Meldon Dam – Meldon Viaduct loop from Sourton

Traditional Stone Walls of Dartmoor

Meldon Reservoir

Ancient Beech Trees

View of Meldon Reservoir

Meldon Reservoir

Meldon Dam

Meldon Viaduct

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