Simonsbath Cow Castle

Exmoor Walks – Scenic Trails around Lynton & Lynmouth

Find the Perfect Exmoor Walk

Exmoor National Park, nestled between Somerset and Devon, is a haven for walking enthusiasts, offering a diverse tapestry of landscapes that range from rugged coastlines and sweeping moorlands to serene wooded valleys and meandering rivers. Its extensive network of trails caters to walkers of all abilities, providing countless opportunities to immerse oneself in natural beauty.

A standout feature for walkers is the charming village of Lynmouth, where three iconic long-distance routes— the South West Coast Path, Coleridge Way, and Two Moors Way—converge. This picturesque coastal village serves as an excellent base for exploration, offering easy access to some of the park’s most spectacular scenery and routes. Whether you’re seeking panoramic coastal views, poetic trails inspired by literary greats, or immersive journeys through moorland and woodland, Exmoor’s pathways promise unforgettable adventures.before crossing the tranquil, pastoral heart of mid-Devon. The journey then leads into the rolling hills, deep wooded valleys, and wild moorlands of Exmoor National Park, culminating at the dramatic coastal cliffs of Lynmouth.

Popular Walks in the Exmoor National Park

Lynmouth Watersmeet Winston Sparrow

Watersmeet & Sparrows Path Circular

A wonderful riverside walk starting in Lynmouth through the Watersmeet Valley, then up along the ridge via Winstons Path to Sparrows Path.

Porlock Weir Lynmouth Exmoor Coast Path

Porlock Weir to Lynmouth via Culbone

A shady leafy walk following one of the longest stretches of wooded coastline in England along the Exmoor Coast, from Porlock Weir to Lynmouth, via the stunning Culbone Church.

Simonsbath Cow Castle

Simonsbath to Cow Castle

An incredible Somerset walk that captures the very essence of Exmoor. Follow the Barle River from Simonsbath to Cow Castle, and beyond.

Malmsmead Exmoor Devon Lorna Doone Badgeworthy Water

Doone Valley Country Walk

A picturesque walk in the heart of Exmoor’s essential Doone Valley, inspiration for R D Blackmore’s famous novel.

Lynton Hunters Inn Heddons Mouth 2

Lynton to Heddon Valley Circular

A gloriously long walk from Lynton to the National Trust Heddon Valley, passing through the Valley of Rocks and Woody Bay along the South West Coast Path.