5 Breathtaking South Devon Hikes for All Skill Levels

South Devon is great for any walker's skill level, with its dramatic hills meeting the Jurassic Coast. South Devon ranges from relaxed family strolls to more strenuous walks. South Devon is one of the most breathtaking regions to walk in throughout the UK. 

After exploring London's most iconic landmarks using the affordable London Pass, a trip to the peaceful charm of Southwest Devon is a wonderful follow-up to any trip to the UK. You can enjoy some of the top attractions with beautiful scenery there. Let's explore the top five exquisite hikes tailored to suit diverse skill levels.

1.The South West Coast Path: Start Point to Salcombe

There are numerous lighthouses, cliffs and beaches along the South West Coast Path with the Start Point Lighthouse at one end and the mystical Lannacombe Beach at the other. This makes the Coast Path actually a fantastic place for hikers.

There are several alternative routes that start or end in Salcombe, and all offer a tough but rewarding leg of the Coast Path. In Salcombe, wander around the numerous busy shops, grab an unbeatable ice cream, or ride a local bus back to Start Point to see more!

You can arrange a return transport in advance, so you don't need to worry about it. Just enjoy and make your hiking experience worth it

Distance: 7.5 miles (one way)

Approx. Time to Cover: 4-5 hours

 2. Dartmoor National Park: Haytor Circular

To change your landscape entirely, then turn toward the wild beauty of Dartmoor. The Haytor Circular Walk is a great way to immerse oneself in the national park.

It goes straight above to the renowned Haytor Rocks; these are a grouping of granite tors that offer a breathtaking 360-degree view of the sunlit, wild moorland.

The trails are clear and mostly easy to follow, but the last climb to the tor is a scramble. It is ideal, especially when taking the family and when you need to have a shorter but incredibly satisfying hike without being blown off by the shore winds.

A countryside vacation and a city break get perfectly mixed up by the international tourists. Following the scenic beauty of the quaint town of Devon, you may want to consider the best of both worlds: the city of London, where you can experience all the world-acclaimed spots on one London pass and at a discount as well.

Distance: 3.5 miles (circular)

Approx. Time to Cover: 2 hours

2.The Avon Estuary Walk: Bantham to Aveton Gifford

It is a comfortably quiet and level stroll, most suitable for beginners, bird lovers, and families with small children. The trail begins at lush riverside scenes of Bantham Beach, then continues inland accordingly through the meadows of the scholar-like River Avon, resulting in water-laden woodlands of ancient growth.

This hiking point is pretty level and well looked after. It ends in the beautiful village of Aveton Gifford. This is more of a walk for gentle walkers wanting serene beauty rather than a tough challenge.

A report showed that Devon used to be seen primarily as a family vacation spot, but more couples without children are now traveling there, this makes mountains there ideal for hiking partners.

Plan to walk the estuary at low tide to experience its best beauty.

Distance: 5 miles (one side)

Approx. Time to Cover: 2.5 hours

 4. The Erme-Plym Trail

The Erme-Plym trail through the southern sector of Dartmoor is impassable to the accomplished hiker seeking a genuine wilderness challenge. This route is tough, traversing through the moorland and rivers.

It is also encountering historical remnants of stone rows and hut circles that require great navigation skills as well as an OS map and thus strong boots.

You have to travel between the origin of the River Erme and the River Plym through the primitive wild soul of Dartmoor. This is no light walk, but it contains very great satisfaction and gives a feeling of loneliness beyond measure.

Distance: 14 miles (point-to-point)

Approx. Time to Cover: 6-7 hours

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