Kestor Rocks

The walk up to Kestor Rocks rewards you with something properly wild - a granite tor erupting from Dartmoor that feels far removed from the manicured gardens you've probably left behind at whatever caravan park brought you out here. The rocks themselves aren't massive, but they're proper dramatic: weathered grey stone formations that've been shaped by moorland weather into something oddly sculptural. Once you're up there, you get views across the moor that justify the leg work, especially on a clear day when you can see for miles.

This is hikers' territory, frankly. Families with young kids might find the final scramble a bit much, and the moorland approach offers zero shade if the sun's out. The track itself isn't marked brilliantly, so bring a map or your phone charged up. You're looking at a solid hour's walk from the nearest car park, depending on your fitness and how many times you stop to catch your breath. Spring and summer are best - winter on Dartmoor can turn grim quickly.

If you're staying at Woodland Springs or Barley Meadow, you're positioned well for a proper moorland morning out. Kestor pairs nicely with other tors in the area if you're keen on bagging a few peaks. It's not a destination you drive three hours for, but if you're already camping nearby and fancy something with actual drama attached to it, the hike's well worth the effort.