Things to Do around Lustleigh

Lustleigh, situated within Dartmoor National Park, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include Road cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports.

Outdoor routes in Lustleigh have been explored by over 18,000 visitors on komoot. These routes have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars, based on more than 1,300 ratings.

Lustleigh offers numerous hiking trails, particularly within Lustleigh Cleave, which features ancient sites and granite tors. Popular options include the Lustleigh Cleave Loop and walks around Kennick, Trenchford, and Tottiford reservoirs. More information is available in the guide Hiking around Lustleigh.

Yes, Lustleigh provides options for less strenuous walks suitable for various fitness levels. These routes often feature gentle terrain through woodlands and along the River Bovey. Consult the guide Easy hikes around Lustleigh for specific trails.

Road cyclists can utilize the Wray Valley Trail, a mostly traffic-free route connecting Bovey Tracey to Moretonhampstead. The wider Dartmoor Way Cycle Route, a 95-mile (153 km) circular path, also passes through the region. Explore options in the guide Road Cycling Routes around Lustleigh.

Lustleigh Cleave offers diverse terrain for mountain biking, including challenging singletrack and more accessible routes. Trails like 'Mr Motivator' and 'Nutcracker Trail' are available for experienced riders. The guide MTB Trails around Lustleigh provides further details.

Lustleigh features several scenic jogging routes through natural landscapes. Options include the Pullabrook Woods Bridleway – Hisley Bridge loop and the Lustleigh Village – Hisley Bridge loop. These routes often follow tranquil woodlands and the River Bovey. Refer to Running Trails around Lustleigh for more.

Yes, Lustleigh is suitable for touring cyclists, with routes that explore the Wray Valley and surrounding areas. The Wray Valley Trail offers a gentler, traffic-free experience. More information can be found in the guide Cycling around Lustleigh.

Lustleigh is known for its picturesque setting within the Wray Valley and Dartmoor National Park. Key features include the steep, wooded Lustleigh Cleave, granite tors like Hunter's Tor, and the meandering River Bovey. Pullabrook Woods also contribute to the area's natural charm.

Komoot offers several guides for Lustleigh, including Hiking around Lustleigh, Road Cycling Routes around Lustleigh, and MTB Trails around Lustleigh. Additional guides cover easy hikes, running trails, cycling, and gravel biking.

In early June, the slopes of Lustleigh are particularly vibrant with masses of bluebells and foxgloves. This period offers a chance to observe local wildlife such as deer and rare butterflies.

The official website for the Lustleigh Parish Council is lustleighparishcouncil.gov.uk. For inquiries, the Clerk of the Lustleigh Parish Council can be reached at 07399 157855.