DARTMOOR VOLCANO RACE

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the 10th anniversary of the Dartmoor Volcano Race, taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026! Organized by OuterEdge Events, this thrilling race promises a stunning 10.5-mile journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Dartmoor National Park in Buckfastleigh, Devon. With over 550 meters of ascent, participants will tackle an exciting course that features the high points of Pupers Hill, Snowdon, and Ryders Hill, as well as the legendary Red Lake Volcano. This is not just a race; it's an unforgettable experience that includes three river crossings, a Clapper Bridge crossing, two bogs, and the challenge of a long uphill start followed by a rewarding downhill finish. Starting and finishing in the charming village of Scoriton, just four miles from the A38 Buckfastleigh/Ashburton junction, the Dartmoor Volcano Race invites both seasoned athletes and newcomers to embrace the spirit of adventure. Don't miss out on this iconic event – mark your calendars and get ready for a day of excitement and camaraderie!

THE DARTMOOR VOLCANO RACE is a fully marked and marshaled 10.5-mile tour of the Southern Moor, with over 550 metres of ascent. 10th anniversary edition in 2026! It’s not a ‘walk in the park’, it’s the Dartmoor National Park, and the race visits the high points of Pupers Hill, Snowdon, and South Dartmoor’s highest point – Ryders Hill. And of course the infamous Red Lake Volcano! The date for the 2026 Dartmoor Volcano race is Saturday 12th September. We are going for another Saturday event after a successful 2025. Usual anti-clockwise route! The race starts and finishes in the village of Scoriton, (TQ110JB) on the edge of Dartmoor. 4 miles from the A38, Buckfastleigh/Ashburton junction. Race includes:- 3 river crossings 1 Clapper Bridge crossing 2 Bogs 1 Volcano ascent 1 long uphill start 1 long downhill finish