Haldon Forest Park

Haldon Forest Park is maintained by Forestry England and is located near Exeter in Devon. It is home to a Go Ape course, cycling and mountain biking trails, walking trails, family-friendly trails and a natural play area.

What can you do at Haldon Forest Park?

The woodland is around 3,500 acres in size. For the cyclists in your family, there is a range of cycling trails to suit all abilities. Plus there is a pump loop, a cycle skills area and bike hire. There are 9 different trails on offer ranging from easy trails for families through to mountain biking and skills trails.

In the woodland, they usually have a family-friendly interactive trail. Trails in the past have included the Gruffalo, Superworm, Shaun the Sheep and more. Please see their website for the current trail. There is a Gruffalo sculpture all year round in the forest plus a Gruffalo Orienteering course. These both have a small charge for the activity pack.

Walking trails include a Butterfly trail, a Discovery trail, Nordic walking and a raptor trail. Most of the trails have fun features along the route and some stunning views to enjoy.

Important Information Haldon Forest Park

Is there food and drink available?

There is a cafe serving food and drinks. You are welcome to picnic outdoors.

What are the main things to do?

Forest park with a range of walking and cycling trails including a skills course, pump track and family-friendly activity trail, there are play areas, bike hire, Go Ape and more. There are toilets and a cafe.

What are the ticket prices?

The forest is free to visit. There may be a charge for some of their activities.

Is there parking?

There is parking and charges apply.

When are they open?

The forest is open for most of the year, most facilities are subject to opening hours. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.