| Select Your Walk | Walk 1 (3 miles) | Walk 2 (1.2 miles) | |
| Obelisk | Obelisk |
This part of Haldon is still free from racing cyclists and is therefore much preferred by walkers.
The obelisk dates back to 1742 when it was constructed by Thomas Balle,owner of Mamhead,to serve as a landmark for ships sailing up the Exe.
Here you can enjoy a picnic and truly breathtaking views of Exeter and the estuary.
 | Haldon Obelisk |
 | Exe Estuary |
 | Free Mamhead Car Park or smaller Car Park |
 | From Exeter,branch off the A38 onto the A380 to Torquay; at the top of Telegraph Hill turn left towards Starcross |
Walk 1 Obelisk (3 miles)
Difficulty:
An easy and very popular circular walk through Haldon forest past the obelisk,towering above Mamhead.
The route joins an area used for exercising Huskies - so be prepared !
Just before your return,a recent clearing of forest land has created unique views of the coastline between Exmouth & Dawlish.
length: | 3 miles |
main roads | 0 % |
 | yes |
altitude range | 212 - 247 m |
quality of track | **** |
| map of walk |  |
Walk 1 Haldon Revised Obelisk Walk
| Walks near Haldon Obelisk: | |
| Little Switzerland (cyclist free) | |
.jpg) | This peaceful walk is virtually cyclist free and culminates in a track through a rich forest similar to those found in Switzerland or Germany. |
| Chudleigh-Haldon | |
.jpg) | This is one of our most popular walks following public footpaths and quiet lanes. |
| Kenn-Haldon | |
 | A delightful walk from Kenn into Haldon.You will be rewarded with commanding views of a part of Devon that hasn't changed for centuries. |
There are no steep climbs.
Walk 2 Obelisk (1.2 miles)
Difficulty:
A shorter and equally pleasant walk to the obelisk.
| This is one of our 'Thirty Five Minute Walks' |  |
| Free Mamhead Car Park |
Walk 2
