Highlight • Structure
Meldon Reservoir
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Amy
June 14, 2019
Cycling
Meldon Reservoir is a breathtaking man-made lake at 900 feet (274 m) above sea level in Dartmoor National Park. Sit and watch as the surrounding moorland changes colour with the sun, chat to the fishermen sitting peacefully on its banks or watch as birds circle above the calm waters. Formed by damming the West Okement River, the reservoir is 0.75 miles (1.2 km) long and 984 feet (300 m) wide.
51m
September 7, 2023
Running
Meldon Reservoir was constructed in the 1970s to supply water to the surrounding area. The car park by the dam offers good access to the high tors of north Dartmoor. Run across the dam and up onto the moor or along the enjoyable lakeside trail.
Verity2512
August 21, 2026
Hiking
Steep climbs up to the tors, but worth it views.
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Elevation 280 m
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Location: Okehampton Hamlets, West Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom