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Top 3 Gorges in North Devon

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 3
to choose from in North Devon. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in North Devon.

Last updated: June 28, 2026

Valley of Rocks

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One of the most incredible natural features of the North Devon coastline, the Valley of Rocks is a dry valley with steep cliffs and sea views. As you walk through …

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Glen Lyn Gorge

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Most of the pictures here do NOT show the Gorge!!!!

The entrance to it is clearly signposted and is exactly where you can see the water fountain. You pay 10 …

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Watersmeet Valley

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The Watersmeet Valley is an area of beautiful riverside woodland. It is a wonderful example of the rocky flowing rivers of Exmoor and easily accessible being so close to Lynmouth. …

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Valley of Rocks

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This captivating U-shaped dry valley, situated about half a mile west of Lynton, is famous for its herd of wild goats that roam the area, as well as its striking …

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Doone Valley or Badgworthy Valley is often known as Lorna Doone Country, after the 1869 novel of the same name by RD Blackmore.

His descriptions of the area inspired generations …

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June 30, 2025, Valley of Rocks

Spectacular start / end place for a walk

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Jacque
April 6, 2025, Valley of Rocks

Parking in Lynton provides you a beautiful costal path to the Valley of the Rocks. Please only choose if you are okay with steep pathways.

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This captivating U-shaped dry valley, situated about half a mile west of Lynton, is famous for its herd of wild goats that roam the area, as well as its striking geological features. The valley offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, making it a popular spot for walkers.

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Steffi
April 3, 2024, Valley of Rocks

This tour is beautiful and highly recommended. We had a drink down in Lynmouth and went back up on the water slide. Then we went to Charly's in Lynton.

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Sam New
January 24, 2024, Glen Lyn Gorge

It’s up in any direction from here.

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It actually goes uphill and sometimes downhill, the path is actually easy to walk, but requires concentration and surefootedness!

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You can't get lost - the path from Lynmouth to Watersmeet is well signposted! It always goes along the river and there are a few bridges to cross. Nobody needs to worry about the nearby street: you can't hear or see it, the water rushes far too loudly 😁

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