North Tawton is a market town situated in West Devon, offering a varied landscape for outdoor activities. The region is characterized by rolling farmland, the River Taw, and its close proximity to Dartmoor National Park. This geographical composition provides diverse terrain suitable for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
North Tawton provides access to more than 40 routes across several sports, including mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling,β¦
79
Routes
3.9
(46)
Average rating
899
People visited

19.5km
02:23
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(7)
103
riders
28.2km
01:40
280m
280m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(9)
35
riders
21.2km
01:36
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
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9
riders
27.0km
02:24
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.3
(3)
246
riders
79.2km
04:01
1,020m
1,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

66
riders
110km
04:56
950m
950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

27
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

24
riders
89.1km
04:01
820m
820m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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22
riders
31.6km
02:05
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
25.4km
01:57
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
36.8km
02:26
510m
510m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
riders
50.2km
03:17
660m
660m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
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12
hikers
4.82km
01:19
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
hikers
6.23km
01:43
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
hikers
5.83km
01:37
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
hikers
6.99km
01:56
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
runners
5.18km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
20.2km
02:07
220m
220m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
8.06km
00:52
150m
150m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
6.23km
00:42
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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North Tawton offers a variety of outdoor activities including mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and hiking. The region provides access to more than 40 routes across these sports. These activities are rated highly by over 10,000 visitors.
North Tawton provides access to mountain biking opportunities, particularly with its proximity to Dartmoor National Park. Specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around North Tawton guide. The town also features a pump track in its Memorial Park for cycles and scooters.
Road cyclists can explore routes through rolling farmland and along the River Taw. Options range from moderate loops to more challenging excursions into Dartmoor National Park. The Road Cycling Routes around North Tawton guide details various options, including scenic stretches and loops like the River Torridge β Beam Aqueduct loop.
Touring cyclists can enjoy routes through rolling farmland and alongside the River Taw and River Okement. These routes offer a range of distances and difficulty levels. More information is available in the Cycling around North Tawton guide.
North Tawton is well-suited for jogging and trail running, with scenic footpaths leading through rolling farmland and alongside the River Taw. The nearby moorland also offers diverse terrains for runners. The Running Trails around North Tawton guide provides specific route options.
North Tawton offers access to numerous hiking opportunities, including paths through rolling farmland and into the nearby Dartmoor National Park. Guides such as Hiking around North Tawton and Easy hikes around North Tawton detail various options.
Yes, North Tawton offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including moderate cycling loops and easy hikes. The extensive network of paths through farmland and along the River Taw provides gentler options for beginners and families. Specific easy routes can be found in the komoot guides.
North Tawton is situated alongside the River Taw, offering scenic riverside paths. It is also just a few miles from Dartmoor National Park, which features vast moorland, granite tors, and river valleys. The surrounding area includes rolling farmland and ancient woodlands.
North Tawton serves as a convenient gateway to Dartmoor National Park, allowing easy access to its extensive network of trails and wild landscapes. This proximity makes it suitable for those looking to explore Dartmoor's challenging terrain for hiking and mountain biking.
Outdoor activities in North Tawton are popular on komoot, with over 10,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, indicating high satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for North Tawton, including MTB Trails around North Tawton, Road Cycling Routes around North Tawton, Cycling around North Tawton, Running Trails around North Tawton, Easy hikes around North Tawton, and Hiking around North Tawton.
The official website for North Tawton Town Council is northtawtontowncouncil.gov.uk. The Town Clerk can be reached by phone at +441837880121 for inquiries.

