The Top 20 Peaks around Lydford
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Lydford is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Lydford for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Lydford for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Yes Tor summit
Highlight • Summit
The second highest point in Dartmoor National Park offers stunning vistas of North Devon and Cornwall. Note: it is close to a military range, so check for firing times before …
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High Willhays summit
Highlight • Natural Monument
The highest point on Dartmoor and the highest summit south of the Brecon Beacons. Very accessible and an easy hike for most people to do. The best thing is the …
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Widgery Cross at Brat Tor
Highlight • Natural Monument
Widgery Cross was erected on Bray Tor (also known as Brat Tor and Widgery Tor) by William Widgery to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1887. It is …
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Longaford Tor
Highlight • Summit
I hiked up to Longaford via Littaford and onto Higher White, beautiful walk which gradually climbed up from Two Bridges. A lovely chain of Tors one after the other is …
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Higher Tor
Highlight • Summit
This majestic tor sits a short distance below the castellated peaks of Belstone Tor but retains its own character and is very distinct. Its huge granite mass, which from certain …
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Sittaford Tor
Highlight • Summit
This Tor is a good spot on an overnight trip. It may be a bit exposed in wind but it is quite remote.
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Sourton Tors
Highlight • Natural Monument
This impressive jumble of granite rocks lies in the far north west of Dartmoor National Park. With high, open moorland to the south and east, and flatter, patchwork farmland to …
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West Mill Tor
Highlight • Summit
If you are hiking to Yes Tor, don't pass by West Mill Tor without a visit. It almost looks like the ruins of a castle and is very recognisable.
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Black Tor
Highlight • Viewpoint
Black Tor is made from three different rocky outcrops and the view from up here is simply stunning. Especially to Sourton Tors and Shelstone Tor in the north west.
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Great Mis Tor
Highlight • Viewpoint
These stone formations in the barren landscape of the Dartmoor are really mystical, especially with a bit of mist around.
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East Hill Summit and Trig Point
Highlight • Natural Monument
East Hill is located above Okehampton on the northern border of the national park. It's the most northerly section of moorland in Dartmoor. As such, it provides exceptional views over …
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