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Location: Otterton, East Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Otterton Coast & the River Otter loop from Budleigh Salterton — East Devon

11.2km

02:56

100m

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

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2. Otterton Ledge, the South West Coast Path & the River Otter loop from Budleigh Salterton — East Devon

9.56km

02:29

60m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Budleigh Salterton & the River Otter loop from Sidmouth — East Devon

22.3km

06:20

450m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Natalie

November 17, 2022

The footpath along the River Otter between its estuary next to Budleigh Salterton and Otterton Mill is a lovely way to enjoy this quiet and peaceful area of Devon. The river flows from it source in the Blackdown Hills AONB through rural farmland to the Ottery Estuary Nature Reserve a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Otterton Mill is now a cafe but was once one of the biggest mills on the river, of which there were over 50.

Although it is called the River Otter, the most famous wildlife inhabitants are a family of around 15 beavers. Extinct in England in the 16th century, it is not known how they were released but were granted permission to remain after a five year trial.

Amanda Williams

February 14, 2025

great flat path lots of birds to see, sheep cows and fish

Rob

January 25, 2025

From the car park on Budleigh Salterton, walk beside the river Otter and experience the wonder of the Wetlands, and marvel at the visiting and nesting birds😀

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Elevation 10 m

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Location: Otterton, East Devon, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

River Otter

1. Otterton Coast & the River Otter loop from Budleigh Salterton — East Devon

2. Otterton Ledge, the South West Coast Path & the River Otter loop from Budleigh Salterton — East Devon

3. Budleigh Salterton & the River Otter loop from Sidmouth — East Devon

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