Route Info
The route starts at the car park in Simonsbath and takes you along the beautiful upland valley of the River Barle to the mysterious Wheal Eliza. It’s a “there-and-back” walk, so you return on the same route. Purchase a water and tear resistant route guide online or from an Exmoor National Park Centre
Distance - 3.8 km (about 2.5miles) - Time - about an hour and 10 mins
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Link to route on Ordnance Survey mapping
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Exmoor Explorers
This is one of our top ten shorter Exmoor walks. We have chosen our favourite walks to help you get a real feel for the wonderful landscape, history and wildlife of Exmoor National Park
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