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Shaugh Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Tamerton Foliot

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Shaugh Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Tamerton Foliot

Moderate

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Shaugh Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Tamerton Foliot

03:29

48.7km

760m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 5, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.98 km for 71 m

After 7.77 km for 84 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.6 km

Shaugh Tunnel

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

An interesting heritage highlight on the Drake’s Trail. It’s wet and dark so don’t forget to bring your bike lights!

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25.7 km

Sheeps Tor Singletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A surprisingly tricky little piece of singletrack with plenty of lumpy bits to keep you on your toes. It's perfectly possible to run it west to east, but it seems …

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28.4 km

Stone Building Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Old mine workings?

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29.6 km

Under the peak of Leather Tor, this gorgeous packhorse bridge dates back to the 1830s, constructed using moorstone, aka unquarried Dartmoor granite.

It crosses Riddipitt Stream, a lovely place for a cooling paddle or dip!

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32.9 km

View of Burrator Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great resting spot to catch your breath before you head out again.

Along the track overlooking the reservoir are a few benches and when the weather's nice, it's a real sun trap.

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33.1 km

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

Highlight • Lake

Burrator Reservoir is situated within Dartmoor, and the tranquil water and surrounding mixed woodland contrasts sharply with the open moor and the rugged Dartmoor tors. A trip here can be …

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33.4 km

Viewpoint and Picnic Area in Dartmoor National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Stunning scenery (be careful if it's a windy day!!!)

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35.1 km

The Royal Oak Inn, Dartmoor

Highlight • Historical Site

The Royal Oak is a traditional village pub in the picturesque surroundings of Dartmoor National Park. The pub, which is Grade II-listed, is a former 15th-century church house inn and …

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48.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.1 km

8.60 km

6.84 km

6.12 km

1.09 km

842 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.5 km

10.4 km

5.60 km

3.28 km

2.56 km

311 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Sunday 28 June

19°C

13°C

14 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Shaugh Tunnel – Burrator Reservoir and Dam loop from Tamerton Foliot

Shaugh Tunnel

Sheeps Tor Singletrack

Stone Building Ruins

Leather Tor Clapper Bridge

View of Burrator Reservoir

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

Viewpoint and Picnic Area in Dartmoor National Park

The Royal Oak Inn, Dartmoor

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