Granite Way
A walk of 10 miles in Devon which skirts the north-west edge of Dartmoor National Park, from Okehampton Station to Lydford Castle. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.
Google Maps Open Source MapsStatistics and Files
Start: Okehampton Station
Distance: 10 miles (16 km)
Grid Ref: SX592944
Climbing: 322 metres
Walk time: 4-5 hours
Days: 1
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)
Summary:
The Granite Way is a 10 mile walking and cycling route which runs along the northwest edge of Dartmoor following roadway, bridleway and a disused railway line which used to be part of the Exeter to Plymouth railway line, itself being part of the London and South Western Railway. The route generally runs below the granite cap of Dartmoor National Park. The Granite Way which travels from Okehampton and Lydford visits Meldon Viaduct and Meldon Junction, Prewley Moor, Sourton, Lake, Bridestowe and Fernworthy Down. The route has links to some other footpaths in the area, namely the Two Castles Trail and West Devon Way.
Useful Links:
Granite Way Guide and Map
Long Distance Walkers Association
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