Discovery trail at Haldon Forest Park

Discovery trail

Haldon Forest Park's most popular trail is ideal for walkers, beginner cyclists of all ages, and novice runners. The Discovery trail is home to our family activity trail and is packed with opportunities for wild play in the forest.

Trail description

The Discovery trail winds through conifer trees before emerging onto an open path with an expansive view of Exeter and the surrounding countryside. The trail guides you back under the canopy, down a gentle slope, and along to the return road crossing.

Follow the trail through mixed tree species and past two more stunning views with accessible shelters and seating. The trail finishes at our Bullers Hill picnic area where you can search for the Gruffalo sculpture or return to the car park.

What to expect

The Discovery trail is wide, fully surfaced, and mostly level. There are frequent rest stops and picnic benches.

This trail is suitable for pushchairs, manual wheelchairs, and mobility scooters. The trail includes two road crossings with wooden chicanes that are wide enough for pushchairs, manual wheelchairs, and mobility scooters.

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Trail Information

Haldon Forest Park, Bullers Hill, Kennford, Exeter, EX6 7XR
Opening hours
Get directions
Follow the green waymarkers.
Map of Haldon Forest Park trails
Is this trail for you?
This trail is fully surfaced and mostly flat. There are regular rest points. This is a shared trail, please be aware of cyclists and other users.
Trail Length
2.5 km (1.5 miles)
Accessibility
Suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs, and mobility scooters.