Valley of Rocks from Lynton
Introduction to Walk 3391
Nat Park - Exmoor
County/Area - Devon
Author - Lou Johnson
Length - 3.8 miles / 6.2 km
Ascent - 900 feet / 273 metres
Time - 2 hours 50 minutes
Grade - easy/mod
This walk visits the Valley of Rocks from Lynton in North Devon. The route explores a short section of coast and the dramatic scenery immediately inland. The walk uses well-trodden paths and provides some excellent views especially across the Valley of Rocks and the adjacent coast. A GPS File is available for download (see walk description). A route profile is also provided.
Please maintain social distancing - keep at least 2 metres away from other walkers.
Maps | |||
Ordnance Survey Explorer OL9 | Sheet Map | 1:25k | BUY |
Anquet OS Explorer OL9 | Digital Map | 1:25k | BUY |
It is recommended you take a map. The preferred scale is 1:25k. |
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