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Dartmoor Winter Traverse

Meldon, United Kingdom • 21 Feb 2026

The Dartmoor Winter Traverse is a fully supported endurance event held on Dartmoor, UK, offering two distance options: a challenging 50 km ultra and a 30 km route from Princetown to Meldon. Taking place in February, participants run or walk across some of the most remote and wild parts of the moors, including Red Lake, the sources of the rivers Erme and Plym, Roos Tor, Tavy Cleave, and Chat Tor. The route is mostly off-road, unmarked, and requires good navigation skills, with support from qualified Mountain Leaders and guides. The event emphasizes safety, preparation, and personal pacing, making it a demanding winter challenge rather than a race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom South West (England) Meldon

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50 km
30 km
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