White Lady Waterfall and Lydford Gorge Walk
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The White Lady Waterfall and Lydford Gorge Walk is a fantastic excursion in Dartmoor National Park that will take you to several natural and historic points of interest. While out walking the trail, you will take in views of the plunging White Lady Waterfall and visit the churning waters of the Devil’s Cauldron, before climbing uphill to the 13th Century remains of Lydford Castle. With a wealth of amazing highlights, there is no reason to put off exploring the terrain around Lydford Gorge.
Route Description for White Lady Waterfall and Lydford Gorge Walk
While the White Lady Waterfall and Lydford Gorge Walk will be an easy day on the trails for most walkers, there are some portions of the trail that are rocky and can be quite slippery after a period of rain. Be sure to wear proper footwear and keep an eye on children if travelling through these areas. Additionally, there will likely be livestock grazing in the fields surrounding Lydford Castle, so remember to keep your dog on a leash.
Setting out from the car park, you will make your way northwest to descend the hillside into the gorge, where you will meet up with the River Lyd. Head east here and follow along the banks of the river until you come to the viewing point for the crashing waters of White Lady Waterfall. After taking in the beautiful views, continue along the water’s edge and relax in the serene riverside setting, where you will eventually come to the churning waters of the Devil’s Cauldron. From here, you will cross over the river and make your way uphill to visit Lydford Castle. In addition to checking out the remains of the medieval castle-turned prison, you can explore the Norman and Saxon defence works that pre-date the building. After learning about some unique local history, head back downhill and follow along the east bank of the River Lyd to return to the trailhead.
Getting to the White Lady Waterfall and Lydford Gorge Walk Trailhead
To reach the trailhead for the White Lady Waterfall and Lydford Gorge Walk from Tavistock, head north on Abbey Place for 0.2 km and continue straight onto Butcher Park Hill. After 10.3 km, you will find the car park on the left.
Route Information
When to do:
Year-Round
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
High
Route Type:
Lollipop
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