Best Devon Walks
 
Best Elephants Nest Walk
 
Elephants Nest
Elephants Nest
 
 

This is a must do walk if you are in the area.

 

Point of InterestElephants Nest Pub Moorland

Walks start in Mary Tavy and pass the famous Elephant's Nest pub.

Walk 1 (5.4 miles)

Difficulty:

This delightful & varied 5 mile hike follows the Dartmoor Way to Peter Tavy

At the pub (PL19 9NQ) , for those who do not mind wetlands & steep ladders across hedges, there is an alternative way via Kingsett Farm - see RED dotted line on map NOT included in the gpx file.

Extensive moorland views
Extensive Moorland Views

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altitude range
72 - 173 m
parking

Residential at Mary Tavy

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