Visitor information
Opening hours
How to find us
Parking & prices
Contact details

Opening hours

Canonteign Forest is open 365 days a year, dawn to dusk. 

How to find us

How to find us
Canonteign Forest, Exeter
OS Grid Ref
SX82798229
Get directions

50.636765080859, -3.6565365776527

Parking and prices

There are no formal parking facilities at Canonteign Forest.

Additional information

Number of accessible parking spaces: 0

There are no designated accessible parking spaces at this forest, have you seen our Easy Access trails page?

Contact details

Landline Number
0300 067 4800
E-Mail Address
westengland@forestryengland.uk

Come and explore the hills, streams and woodland of Canonteign Forest and discover one of Dartmoor's many treasures

Set in the idyllic hills of Dartmoor National Park just north of Newton Abbot, Canonteign Forest is home to some challenging hikes and stunning natural scenery. 

Walk alongside the Beadon Brook valley and take in the tranquility of the stream-side woodland.

At a glance 

  • Walking
  • Dogs welcome 
  • Visit the nearby Canonteign Falls

Things to do

Walking at Canonteign Forest

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

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The nearby village of Kenton boasts a beautiful 14th century church, built in the traditional Devonian style. Go for a woodland walk at Kenton Common and nip into the village for a bite to eat at the pub, and admire the historic church. Treat your four legged friend to their own adventure and bring them along for the fun as well! 

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