Exmoor Coast and High Country Loop
Link Porlock and Lynmouth before turning inland through Simonsbath and Exford for an Exmoor circuit. The route combines wooded coastal slopes with higher, more open country across the interior.
Porlock area circular via Lynmouth, Simonsbath, Exford · Somerset and Devon, England · 29 miles · 51 minutes estimated driving · Circular
Photo: @ David Smith / Geograph
Highlights along the way
Exmoor coast road
The coast-side section links steep wooded slopes and high ground above the Bristol Channel before reaching Lynmouth.
High Exmoor
The inland return through Simonsbath and Exford crosses a more open moorland and farming landscape.
Before you set off
Very steep sections, narrow bends and livestock require care. Check Porlock Hill suitability and current conditions before travel; toll-road alternatives are separate choices. Check current closures and conditions before travel. Estimated time excludes stops and live traffic. Points are through-road references, not parking. Optional town visits may require a separate detour.