Meldon Dam – Yes Tor summit loop from Meldon Viaduct

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Meldon Dam – Yes Tor summit loop from Meldon Viaduct

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Meldon Dam – Yes Tor summit loop from Meldon Viaduct

05:55

18.6km

610m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Dartmoor National Park

Waypoints

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Parking

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308 m

Meldon Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

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Meldon Dam

Highlight • Natural Monument

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Highlight • Summit

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Highlight • Summit

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High Willhays

Highlight • Viewpoint

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High Willhays summit

Highlight • Natural Monument

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View of Dartmoor National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

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Ruins

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Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

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