3.7 km away
Lydford Gorge
Explore one of the deepest gorges in south-west England
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 4.7 km
- Ascent
- 129 m
- Descent
- 129 m
Great Links Tor Circular
Dartmoor National Park
Chat, Kitty, Hunt, Gren & Great Links Tor Hike
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 518 m
- Descent
- 518 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 299 m
- High Point
- 582 m
- Gradient
- 10˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's very remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between February and September. From a low point of 299 m to the maximum altitude of 582 m, the route covers 16 km, 518 vertical metres of ascent and 518 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Starting at Lane End Car Park, the hike begins with a direct hike between the Hare Tor and Chat Tor. After this, the circular hike veers rights, crossing the Kitty, Hunt, Gren and finally Great Links Tor.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.
Best time to visit
Features
- Historical
- Picturesque
- Water features
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