Great Staple Tor, Dartmoor National Park

Nature's balancing act. Great Staple Tor, Dartmoor National Park

With its rolling hills, craggy tors and misty moors, Dartmoor, England is the stuff of legends—literally! From Bronze Age stone circles to tales of old smugglers' paths, this national park is steeped in history. Pictured here is Great Staple Tor, with its stacks of weathered granite, one of the many tors that dot the Dartmoor landscape. Getting up to the Great Staple Tor is a bit like a choose-your-own-adventure book. There are various routes to the top, each with its own quirks and surprises. You might encounter Dartmoor ponies grazing lazily, marvel at the ancient stone rows or navigate through the infamous Dartmoor fog. Did you know that it has over 450 miles of public rights of way? That's loads of exploring. Before you head off, remember it's important to stay on the paths and keep this protected landscape as untouched as possible.