High Willhays
Standing at 621 meters (2,039 ft) tall, High Willhays is located on the north-western edge of Dartmoor National Park in Devon. It sits 3 miles south of the town of Okehampton and is the highest point in the UK (south of the Brecon Beacons). Well-maintained roads pass close to the area and there are various parking bays located nearby. You can do a short but steep walk to the summit if desired.
The peak consists of rocky outcrops, the largest of which is marked with a cairn. Please bear in mind that the hilltop does fall within a military firing range – red flags are raised around the perimeter when in use. Active firing days can be checked by visiting the following link: (www.gov.uk/government/publications/dartmoor-firing-programme)
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| landscapeHeight | language Country | trip_originRegion |
|---|---|---|
| 621 m (2,039 ft) | England | Devon |
| gps_fixedLat/Lng | placeGrid Ref | mapOS Map |
| 50.68510056,-4.01110460 | SX 5802 8919 | OL28: Dartmoor |
