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Dartmoor, near Newton Abbot, Devon

Saddle Tor

Viewpoint

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5.9

Wildland

1–2 hours

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Why it's Wildland

5.9

A granite tor on Dartmoor’s open upland, with far-reaching views and rock formations to explore around the summit.

Saddle Tor’s appeal is its exposed moorland setting: a rocky high point where the landscape, rather than built attractions, is the experience. The available sources point to broad views and trails nearby, but don’t establish a specific route or facilities.

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Dartmoor, near Newton Abbot, Devon

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The experience

A visit centred on the tor’s granite formations and views across the surrounding landscape. Trail information is available, but the supplied sources do not verify a particular route, distance or facilities.

Things to do

01

Explore the granite formations

Look around the tor’s granite rock formations; the supplied source describes several formations at the summit.

02

Take in the moorland views

Pause at the tor for views across the surrounding Dartmoor landscape. The source describes the views as extensive.

Make a day of it

Quick escape · 1–2 hours

A short visit to the tor

  1. 01

    Check access and conditions before setting out.

  2. 02

    Visit Saddle Tor to see its granite formations.

  3. 03

    Take in the open Dartmoor views, then return by your chosen route.

When to go

· Not established by the supplied sources.

The supplied sources do not provide seasonal guidance.

Check the forecast and conditions before visiting. No specific weather or safety advice is confirmed by the supplied sources.

What to look for

Look for the tor’s granite rock formations and changing views across the open moor. The supplied sources do not support more specific wildlife or geological claims.

Best time to go

Check conditions before setting out; no season-specific information is confirmed in the supplied sources.

No specific best time is confirmed. Check the forecast before going; exposed moorland conditions can affect visibility and comfort.

How long to spend

1–2 hours

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Before you go

Address

Newton Abbot TQ13 7TT

Google rating

4.8 · 50 reviews

Practical information

Opening & access

The supplied sources identify trails near Saddle Tor but do not confirm access rights or current conditions. Check before visiting and follow current Dartmoor access guidance. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.

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Parking

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Toilets

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Food & drink

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Dogs

Dog rules are not confirmed. Check before visiting and follow local guidance.

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Accessibility

The terrain and route suitability are not established by the supplied sources. Check current conditions and access before setting out.

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Cost

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Around Saddle Tor

Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances