Combining 2-day hike, wild camping and letterboxing

Anonymous

2009-08-09 21:19:51

Hello!

I'm coming to Dartmoor for the first time, and I don't know where to go! I want to do a 2-day hike, go wild camping and try out letter boxing. Would any one have a good itinerary to recommend? It does not have to be circular as I will not have a car.

Thank you in advance for your suggestions!

Francine

Nik - KOTM

2009-08-10 07:00:44

Welcome to the site Francine....
I would, if in your position, find the bus route that goes around the moor and select a drop off point and then pick it up again later on - possibly starting at The Fox and Hounds and going upto Brat tor and picking up the bus again at Two Bridges.
But you will need to plan your route meticulously as it is a hard walk and plan for escape routes as you go. And let someone know your route and estimated times of arrival. Work on a 15 minutes per kilometer plus 2 minutes for every contour climbed!

Good luck with your venture

moorland wizard

2009-08-10 07:50:01

Nik you forgot the 20 min search per box you have the clue for, but they forgot to tell you they brought it in...lol