Carburrow Tor

The walk up Carburrow Tor rewards you with proper moorland views across Bodmin Moor - that vast, windswept plateau that defines this corner of Cornwall. It's not a dramatic spike of rock like some peaks, but rather a solid granite outcrop that gives you the sense of standing on top of something genuinely wild. The climb itself is straightforward enough, nothing that will leave you gasping, though the exposed position means the wind can be fierce even on calmer days.

You get genuine 360-degree views here. On a clear day the moor stretches out in all directions - browns and greens rolling away until the horizon blurs. It's the kind of place where you understand why people come to Bodmin specifically for walking. The rocky summit offers a natural stopping point, and many visitors bring a flask and settle in for twenty minutes just absorbing the space. No cafés, no facilities - that's rather the point.

History enthusiasts might linger longer, knowing this moor holds Bronze Age sites and ancient tracks, though Carburrow itself is more about the landscape than archaeological drama. The walk works well for families comfortable with moorland terrain, though young children might find the exposed summit a bit much on blustery days. Allow ninety minutes there and back from the car park.

If you're based at Camp De Lank, just four miles away, Carburrow slots perfectly into a broader Bodmin Moor day - pair it with other tors or woodland walks rather than treating it as a standalone destination. It's worth doing, but don't expect crowds or infrastructure.