South Hessery Tor, Burrator Reservoir & Ingra Tor loop from Princetown — Dartmoor National Park

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South Hessery Tor, Burrator Reservoir & Ingra Tor loop from Princetown — Dartmoor National Park

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South Hessery Tor, Burrator Reservoir & Ingra Tor loop from Princetown — Dartmoor National Park

02:03

22.1km

350m

Mountain biking

Embark on a moderate 13.8-mile (22.1 km) mountain bike loop from Princetown, featuring 1145 feet (349 metres) of climbing and typically taking around 2 hours and 3 minutes. This route offers a diverse experience across Dartmoor National Park, combining rocky tracks, open moorland, and bridleways. You will encounter granite boulders…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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1.48 km

South Hessary Tor

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The last peak before dropping down to Princetown if you're heading up from the south on Ivybridge Lane, South Hessary Tor has some fascinating history if you climb up a …

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4.06 km

Nun's Cross (Siward's Cross)

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A granite wayside Cross first mentioned as far back as 1240 was used on The Monks’ Path and the Abbots’ Way, both of which link Buckfast Abbey to Tavistock Abbey …

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11.9 km

Burrator Reservoir and Dam

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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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12.5 km

View of Burrator Reservoir

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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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