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Overview

A strenuous northern Dartmoor hike where we walk to Dartmoor's most remote tor from the north. The plan is to start from the car park to the southeast of Okehampton Camp, near Rowtor (not marked on the OS Maps), and then pass to the south of Rowtor, heading southwestwards to climb West Mill Tor. From here we will head southwards to Dinger Tor and then Great Kneeset, before climbing to Fur Tor for lunch. I haven't yet decided on the exact return route, but it will definitely include a visit to East Mill Tor, and finally Rowtor.

The terrain underfoot will be variable. Some of it will be easy, but from Dinger Tor southwards it will be across open moorland, some of which will be rough (hence the strenuous rating), so please wear walking boots. We will also have to cross three streams, which under normal circumstances should be straight forward enough, but it could be tricky if there has been recent heavy rain. The most likely distance of the walk will be around 14 to 15 miles, but I will probably either shorten it or postpone it if rain and strong winds are forecast, or if there is widespread hill fog, or indeed if it is too hot. Please make sure you bring plenty of water with you, and dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
 

Sunday, 17 August 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
6:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
22.5km / 14.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting at 09:30 from Car park to the southeast of Okehampton Camp, near Rowtor (the what3words location is jams.dolly.owns), grid ref: SX 59627 92227

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SX 59626 92228
Nearest postcode:
EX20 1QR
what3words:
raven.outgrown.detective
Start time:
9:30 am

Car park to the southeast of Okehampton Camp, near Rowtor (the what3words location is jams.dolly.owns)

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking