Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0). Tor details: Tors of DartmoorHeight604.6 m1,984 ft
Grid RefSX 61703 86137
OS MapOL28OS Explorer
Hangingstone Hill is one of the three highest points on Dartmoor, a remote top with an Army observation post and flagpole on the summit. It takes its name from a rock on its north-west side, and it lies inside the Okehampton firing range.
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Peaty upland summit with a small outcrop to the north-west.
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Our Route
Distance11.7 mi18.9 km
Ascent540 m1,770 ft
Time5h 28mwalking
Start & FinishBatworthy Corner car parkSX 6620 8654 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Watern Tor, Kes Tor, Wild Tor, Scorhill Tor
Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.
