White Lady Waterfall and Lydford Gorge Walk

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.