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Lydford Castle & Whitelady Waterfall loop of Lydford Gorge — Dartmoor National Park

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Lydford Castle & Whitelady Waterfall loop of Lydford Gorge — Dartmoor National Park

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Lydford Castle & Whitelady Waterfall loop of Lydford Gorge — Dartmoor National Park

01:27

5.43km

60m

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Step into a landscape often compared to a 'Tolkien vibe' or a 'Brazilian rainforest' on the Lydford Castle & Whitelady Waterfall loop. This easy 3.4-mile (5.4 km) hike, taking about 1 hour and 26 minutes, guides you through the lush, ancient woodland of Lydford Gorge, gaining 190 feet (58 metres)…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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3.04 km

Whitelady Waterfall

Highlight • Forest

The Whitelady Waterfall is a breathtaking sight to behold - and a great spot for a photo. So impressive is the 100-foot (30 m) high waterfall, it has been drawing crowds since Victorian times.

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4.63 km

Lydford Gorge

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Lydford Gorge, managed by the National Trust, is the deepest gorge in the South West and boasts a spectacular 100-foot (30 m) waterfall. Be aware that this has opening times …

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4.76 km

Devil's Cauldron, Lydford Gorge

Highlight • River

Fantastic to see and hear. The wild roar of the water. The environment is mysterious and the vegetation adds to it. You should definitely experience this.

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Lydford Castle and Saxon Town

Highlight • Historical Site

Lydford is a pretty little village on the edge of Dartmoor National Park and hides, within its boundaries, several amazing features. One of these is its castle, of Norman origin …

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5.43 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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4.42 km

695 m

259 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.67 km

1.64 km

695 m

190 m

155 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 11 August

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July 11, 2023,🇬🇧 Lydford Gorge

The Loop of Lydford Gorge is an adventurous walk along the gorge on the edge of Dartmoor, a National Trust maintained park. Non-members therefore pay an entrance fee, but it is worth it.
Rapid creeks, gorges, the White Lady waterfall, steep and narrow tethered trails and the bubbling Devils Cauldron are all to be experienced!

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October 12, 2022,🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Lydford Gorge trail - Dartmoor - Devon - Engeland

The National Trust's Lydford Gorge in Devon is the deepest gorge in the South West and has a spectacular 100-foot waterfall. nationaltrust.org.uk/lydford-gorge

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Lydford Castle & Whitelady Waterfall loop of Lydford Gorge — Dartmoor National Park

Whitelady Waterfall

Lydford Gorge

Devil's Cauldron, Lydford Gorge

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