Dartmoor in a Day Ultra
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Dartmoor in a Day Ultra
Dartmoor in a Day crosses Dartmoor in one day along an almost entirely off road route. The main route is approximately 50 km (30 miles) from Okehampton to Ivybridge and there is a 30 km challenge that starts at Postbridge and follows the remainder of the 50 km route.
Distances
- 50 km route from Okehampton to Ivybridge
- 30 km challenge starting at Postbridge
The route passes through wild areas of open moor and includes named features such as the East Okement valley, Hangingstone Hill, the East Dart valley, Bellever Tor, West Dart stepping stones, Ryder’s Hill, a clapper bridge over the upper Avon river, the Dartmoor Volcano and views along the Erme valley out to sea.
The event is described as a challenge rather than a timed race; cut off times at the final checkpoint are generous and transport to the finish is available for those who do not complete the course. Qualified Mountain Leaders provide support as mobile marshals and help with route choice; participants may walk or run with them.
Maps and GPX files are available for navigation and the organisers recommend using OL 28 Dartmoor (1:25,000) or BMC Dartmoor (1:40,000) maps alongside digital resources. Checkpoints with refreshments are located at Postbridge and Combestone Tor. The event finishes at Ivybridge Community College where finishers collect a memento and food and drink are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
