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Burrator Waterfall

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Moorland, Lakeside

Walking, Picnicking

Late Autumn

Photo: Guy Wareham via Geograph.org.uk

Mossy boulders and twisted tree roots completely choke the narrow, steep gully where Sheepstor Brook tumbles aggressively down toward the River Meavy, instantly shattering the heavy, damp silence of the ancient oak woodland that thrives along the western edge of Dartmoor National Park. An old, deca...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

10 day parking

The Plume of Feathers – Princetown

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Burrator Waterfall?
Dartmoor National Park houses this beautiful woodland cascade along its western edge G181\. Hikers find the spot near a massive reservoir where streams rush down the valley slopes E181, G181\.

What type of place is Burrator Waterfall?
Burrator Waterfall is a waterfall located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in Devon.

When is the best time to visit Burrator Waterfall?
Late autumn afternoons offer the most dramatic views immediately following a sustained period of heavy British rainstorms G181\. The brook carries maximum water volume during these colder months G181\.

What can you do at Burrator Waterfall?
Walking along the steep river banks rewards you with views of rushing streams and ancient oak trees E181, G181\. Photography enthusiasts love capturing the fast-flowing water crashing over mossy boulders G181\.

How long should I spend at Burrator Waterfall?
Allowing roughly an hour provides enough time to enjoy the cascade and explore the nearby wooded gully G181\. People often stay longer to combine the trip with a full loop around the lakeside path.

Where do I park at Burrator Waterfall?
Space for ten vehicles exists at the day parking area near the site N181, O181\. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Burrator Waterfall?
The Plume of Feathers in Princetown serves as the single recorded food spot in the area Q181\. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Burrator Waterfall?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Burrator Waterfall, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options R181\.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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