This is a great spot for peace and quiet and the bird life is excellent. With a path that runs the full length of the reservoir, this is a great place to take the family. There is paring at the dam wall and routes that go up to Yes tor from there.
This is not a swimming dam and not water activities are allowed on it. You can purchase fishing permits and fish here if you so desire.

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1. Yes Tor & High Willhays loop from Meldon Reservoir

12.1km

03:40

400m

410m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Meldon Reservoir and Black Tor Loop

7.09km

02:07

210m

Hike the moderate 4.4-mile Meldon Reservoir and Black Tor Loop in Dartmoor, featuring reservoir views, ancient woods, and panoramic tor vist

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3. Meldon Dam – View of Meldon Reservoir loop from Sourton

8.55km

02:27

200m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Okehampton Hamlets, West Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Yes Tor & High Willhays loop from Meldon Reservoir

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3. Meldon Dam – View of Meldon Reservoir loop from Sourton

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