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Valley of Rocks – Valley of Rocks loop from Martinhoe

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Valley of Rocks – Valley of Rocks loop from Martinhoe

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Valley of Rocks – Valley of Rocks loop from Martinhoe

07:26

24.0km

870m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Exmoor National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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98 m

Hunter's Inn

Highlight • Pub

Black Forest vibes... I definitely didn't expect it! A great opportunity to stop off

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5.48 km

Croscombe Wood

Forest

9.18 km

Valley of Rocks

Highlight • Natural Monument

This captivating U-shaped dry valley, situated about half a mile west of Lynton, is famous for its herd of wild goats that roam the area, as well as its striking …

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9.75 km

View of the Valley of Rocks from Hollerday Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

You get the ultimate view of the Valley of Rocks from Hollerday Hill, allowing you to fully appreciate its size, beauty, and spellbinding coastal setting.

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12.8 km

North Walk (South West Coast Path)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

North Walk is one of the most stunning stretches of the South West Coast Path. Clinging to the cliff face, it offers views across to Wales and along the Exmoor …

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13.8 km

Valley of Rocks

Highlight • Gorge

One of the most incredible natural features of the North Devon coastline, the Valley of Rocks is a dry valley with steep cliffs and sea views. As you walk through …

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18.9 km

Viewpoint

20.1 km

Coast Path and View of Woody Bay

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great view over Woody Bay when approaching from the west. The route has a lot of ups and downs so you can see the Bay from way up (but need to walk down and up to reach the sea!)

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21.0 km

View of Woody Bay, Valley of the Rocks, Lynmouth Bay, and Foreland Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Make sure you look to the east as you pass along the coastal footpath. Woody Bay, Valley of the Rocks, Lynmouth Bay and Foreland Point reach out along the horizon. A glorious scene any time of the year.

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23.0 km

Stone Bridge over the River Heddon

Highlight • Bridge

This glorious little stone bridge spans the River Heddon just up from its mouth. It's cloaked in woodland and is a wonderfully serene spot. From here, you can walk along …

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24.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.93 km

6.23 km

6.08 km

2.39 km

341 m

Surfaces

8.26 km

5.88 km

3.86 km

3.50 km

2.47 km

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Tuesday 25 August

24°C

14°C

17 %

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Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

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Comments

August 20, 2022,North Walk – Valley of Rocks Loop from Lynton Village Railway Station

What an amazing hike, so many highlights, great views and amazing scenery. Challenging at times especially up the hills. Can be done in good trail shoes. The original route is not accessible at times. Some of the trail is covered with thick braken. Probably due to lack of use with covid times. From the roundabout in the valley of the …

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Valley of Rocks – Valley of Rocks loop from Martinhoe

Hunter's Inn

Valley of Rocks

View of the Valley of Rocks from Hollerday Hill

North Walk (South West Coast Path)

Valley of Rocks

Coast Path and View of Woody Bay

View of Woody Bay, Valley of the Rocks, Lynmouth Bay, and Foreland Point

Stone Bridge over the River Heddon

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