This traffic-free road is a really scenic way to get up onto the moors from Shipley Bridge near South Brent. It's technically a bridleway, through the vehicle-wide paved road makes for an easy, gentle climb. Look out though, as the uneven road is starting to crumble in some place.

It's a really beautiful pedal as you ride alongside the gushing waterfalls of the River Avon and between bracken, crossing the water a few times as you head up towards the Avon Dam and reservoir.

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Best routes near Shipley Bridge to Avon Dam Road, Dartmoor National Park

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1. Avon Dam Reservoir – Descent into Scorrition loop from South Brent

20.8km

01:58

570m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lydia Bridge Waterfall – Shipley Bridge loop from South Brent

18.3km

01:33

410m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Avon Dam Reservoir – Shipley Bridge loop from Buckfastleigh

20.5km

01:41

480m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 2.21 km

Uphill 70 m

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Location: South Brent, South Hams, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Shipley Bridge to Avon Dam Road, Dartmoor National Park

1. Avon Dam Reservoir – Descent into Scorrition loop from South Brent

2. Lydia Bridge Waterfall – Shipley Bridge loop from South Brent

3. Avon Dam Reservoir – Shipley Bridge loop from Buckfastleigh

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