Sometimes called Cawsand Beacon or Cosdon Hill, Cosdon Beacon was once thought to be the highest peak on Dartmoor. Willhayes has since taken the crown but that doesn't take away the immenseness of this spot.

Bronze Age settlements have been found on the west of the hill and evidence of neolithic tools. It is peppered with cairns and kistvaens which shine a light on the historic importance of the site.

On a clear day both the English and Bristol Channels can be see from high up here.

Joanne Parker-Groom

April 19, 2022

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1. Oke Tor & Cosdon Beacon loop from Belstone — Dartmoor National Park

18.1km

05:15

470m

480m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Walla Brook Clapper Bridge – Teign-e-ver Clapper Bridge loop from Shovel Down

23.5km

06:36

460m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Cosdon Beacon loop from Sticklepath

6.83km

02:18

350m

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

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Elevation 540 m

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Location: South Tawton, West Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Cosdon Beacon

1. Oke Tor & Cosdon Beacon loop from Belstone — Dartmoor National Park

2. Walla Brook Clapper Bridge – Teign-e-ver Clapper Bridge loop from Shovel Down

3. Cosdon Beacon loop from Sticklepath

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