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Wester Whitebarrow and Avon Dam Reservoir — 11.2 km Running Route

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Wester Whitebarrow and Avon Dam Reservoir is a 11.2 km (7.0 miles) loop in South Brent, Dartmoor, England: hilly, with 246 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

Dartmoor National Park
246 mAscent
Paved20%Paved
3/5Hilly
Wester Whitebarrow and Avon Dam Reservoir running route
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Location: South Brent, Dartmoor, England

Embark on a picturesque journey through the Dartmoor National Park with this 11.2km route from South Brent. Beginning on tarmac lanes, the run soon transitions to engaging grassy trails, leading you past the notable Wester Whitebarrow. Conquer a moderate ascent to reach the highest point, rewarded with expansive Dartmoor vistas before descending towards the tranquil Avon Dam Reservoir.

The route culminates with a pleasant tarmac lane finish, tracing the path of the River Avon. Ideal for runners seeking a blend of paved and natural surfaces, this scenic outing offers a refreshing change of pace for regular training runs or an invigorating exploration of Dartmoor's captivating landscapes.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 11.2 km loop in South Brent, Dartmoor, England with around 246 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Moderately. It rates 3 out of 5 on our hill scale — expect noticeable climbs. About 22 metres of climb per kilometre, 246 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 80% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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