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Burrator Reservoir Dog Walk, Dartmoor, Yelverton, Devon

Burrator Reservoir Dog Walk, Dartmoor

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Suitable forWalking
Dog friendlyFlat and easy

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A complete circuit of Dartmoor's largest reservoir through ancient oak woodland and open moorland — one of Devon's favourite dog walks. The woodland paths are quiet, the water is everywhere, and the views to the surrounding tors are stunning. Dogs can swim in permitted areas.

For your dog

Off leadYes, there are stretches where your dog can run free
WaterBurrator Reservoir throughout (dogs can enter at designated points); Narrator Brook
LivestockSheep on upper moorland sections
MudWoodland paths can be muddy
SuitsAll breeds — excellent for swimming dogs
Best timeAll year

Along the way

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Burrator ReservoirBuilt 1898 to supply Plymouth's water. The 30m dam wall and reservoir shores are ringed by ancient oak woodland.

The route

Distance3 km
Off leadYes
Walking≈ 43 min
Climb↑ 34 m
RouteOut and back

A 3 km out-and-back dog walk from Yelverton, with 34 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 34 m in total

Before you go

StartEdward's Path, West DevonOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingBurrator Reservoir car park, PL20 6PE. Free.
By train or busBus from Plymouth to Yelverton (30-min walk).
UnderfootMain track around reservoir accessible.
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