

Wooded trails, open moorland and the Hemerdon/Drakelands mine skyline offer varied compositions: sweeping panoramas toward Plymouth and Dartmoor, textured industrial spoil-heaps, and intimate woodland scenes—great for golden hour and moody weather. Accessible public footpaths with informal parking near trailheads; no entry fee but expect muddy ground and some uneven paths. Best at sunrise/sunset for low light and fewer dog walkers; respect private land signs around active mine areas.


Wooded trails, open moorland and the Hemerdon/Drakelands mine skyline offer varied compositions: sweeping panoramas toward Plymouth and Dartmoor, textured industrial spoil-heaps, and intimate woodland scenes—great for golden hour and moody weather. Accessible public footpaths with informal parking near trailheads; no entry fee but expect muddy ground and some uneven paths. Best at sunrise/sunset for low light and fewer dog walkers; respect private land signs around active mine areas.