South West Lakes Trust Meldon is situated on Dartmoor National Park, approximately 900 feet above sea level, with stunning views over the Okement Valley.
Explore open moorland, dramatic tors and a Scheduled Monument: boasting a special combination of industrial heritage, wildlife and nature trails, Meldon is the perfect location to enjoy a unique day outdoors.
https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/meldon
Meldon Reservoir, Okehampton EX20 4LU
Current Coronavirus update 25 Feb 2021
Following the latest announcement from the government, we are excited to be welcoming more people back to our lakes from 29 March. We are awaiting guidance from national governing bodies with regards to particular activities, including watersports and overnight fishing - please bear with us whilst we await these details. In the meantime, the lakes will continue to stay open for our local communities to exercise.
https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/coronavirus-update
Photo by 'Rude Health' https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3300357
Walking at Meldon
Surrounded by steep-sided banks and dramatic tors, Meldon is a fantastic spot to stretch your legs and engage with the outdoors.
Follow a network of off-road footpaths, bridleways and old tracks across the valley, while drinking in the breathtaking scenery.
Meldon boasts an abundance of wildlife: look out for adders, grass snakes, herons and natural brown trout.
Keen rambler? Walk or cycle the scenic Granite Way, crossing the impressive Meldon Viaduct. Head out on a real adventure and navigate open moorland, and even explore other parts of Dartmoor; take a walk to Black-a-Tor Copse, which is one of only two pockets of ancient woodland remaining on Dartmoor. The other is Wistman’s Wood near Two Bridges. This is a wonderful, atmospheric spot for birdwatching.
Watch the West Okement River flow off the high moor into the reservoir, walk to the summit of High Wilhays – the highest point on Dartmoor – or conquer Yes Tor, Dartmoor’s second highest peak.
Alternatively, take a leisurely stroll through the atmospheric countryside, letting your imagination run free.
https://www.swlakestrust.org.uk/meldon
Wikipedia Fed by West Okement River
