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Park geography
A technical overview of the protected landscape and environmental characteristics of Exmoor
Exmoor National Park: geography
Location: United Kingdom. Recorded area: 692 km².
Ancient royal hunting grounds turned England's wildest upland national park
Exmoor National Park
Exmoor National Park is a sweeping expanse of heather-clad upland, dramatic coastline, and deep wooded valleys spanning the border between Somerset and Devon in South West England. Established in 1954 under the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act, the park covers approximately 692 square kilometres of which roughly 71 percent lies in Somerset and 29 percent in Devon. The landscape is shaped by millennia of human activity and natural processes, from its origins as a royal forest dating back to the Domesday Book through to its modern designation as one of Britain's ten national parks. The park encompasses the Brendon Hills, the East Lyn Valley, the Vale of Porlock, and 55 kilometres of coastline along the Bristol Channel, making it one of the most geographically diverse protected landscapes in England.
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1954
- Area
- 692 km²
- Highest point
- 519 m
Location overview
Coastal protected area spanning Somerset and Devon in South West England
Mapping the Geography of Exmoor National Park in the United Kingdom
Exmoor National Park is located in the United Kingdom, spanning Devon and Somerset in South West England. Key regional status records define the area as a coastal park managed under a single national framework.
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Regions
- Devon, Somerset, South West England
- Primary location
- United Kingdom
- Geographic setting
- Coastal
Boundary and coordinates
Spatial footprint and regional extent across 692 square kilometers.
Exmoor National Park Geographic Boundary Map and Spatial Limits
Detailed geographic outlines trace the spatial footprint of the park to provide essential regional context. Supplemental metrics clarify the total protected area of 692 square kilometers alongside estimated coordinates and center points.
- Boundary area
- 693.6 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 163.8 km
- Northernmost point
- 51.2469° N
- Southernmost point
- 51.0208° N
- Easternmost point
- 3.299° W
- Westernmost point
- 4.0425° W
- Geographic centre
- 51.143° N, 3.6529° W
- North–south span
- 25.1 km
- East–west span
- 52 km
Elevation and terrain
Explore recorded highland relief and associated natural features.
Exmoor National Park Terrain and Elevation Profile
Exmoor National Park maintains a recorded high point of 519 meters across highland terrain. Individual cards detail the names, types, and spatial relationships of recorded natural features within the park boundaries.
- Maximum elevation
- 519 m
- Highest point
- 519 m
Selected named natural features
Peaks
Withycombe Allotment
364 m
Streams
West Lynn River
Forests
Buryhill Plantation
Streams
East Water
Forests
Horner Wood
Environmental setting
Temperate climate zones, highland relief, and varied coastal habitats
Exmoor National Park Environmental Classification and Physical Setting Atlas
Recorded landscape features, habitat types, and relief classifications form complementary interpretations of physical terrain settings. Stored categories link directly to corresponding atlas destinations across the protected region.
- Relief
- Highland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Water
- Major water bodies
- Forest cover
- Partial forest
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Mountains · Hills · Valleys · Cliffs · Forest · Woodland · Grassland · Wetland · Rivers · Waterfalls · Coast · Beach
Habitat types
Temperate broadleaf forest · Boreal forest · Heath · Wetland · Riverine habitat · Coastal habitat
Park atlas
Compare diverse protected landscapes, mapping their unique geographic features and regional spread across South West England.
Discover Related National Parks and Protected Areas Near Exmoor National Park's Landscapes
Continue your atlas-style exploration by browsing a curated list of national parks and protected areas geographically relevant to Exmoor National Park. Uncover diverse regional landscapes, compare conservation efforts, and trace the geographic spread of protected areas within and surrounding South West England.
Protected landscapeSomerset
22 km away#1 closest
East
Somerset Levels Protected Landscape: Geographic Mapping and Wetland Terrain Analysis
A low-lying coastal plain and historic wetland basin in Somerset
Examine the distinct topography of the Somerset Levels, where flat horizons, pollarded willows, and ancient drainage channels create a unique English landscape. This protected area offers deep insight into prehistoric archaeology, including preserved Neolithic trackways, alongside modern wetland conservation of international significance within a rural basin.
- Area
- 650 km²
- Established
- 1997
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Biosphere reserveDevon
About 29 km away#2 closest
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North Devon's Biosphere Reserve: Protected Landscapes and Geographic Map Exploration
Coastal dunes, estuaries, and marine habitats in North Devon
An extensive overview of North Devon's Biosphere Reserve, highlighting its role as a protected landscape in South West England. Analyze the distribution of its diverse terrain, including Britain's largest sand dune system, river catchments, and offshore coral reefs, through detailed geographic and habitat mapping.
- Area
- 5,262 km²
- Established
- 1976
- Visitors
- 4M annual
- Relief
- Lowland
National parkDevon
36 km away#3 closest
South
Dartmoor National Park
Mapped protected area with significant Bronze Age remains.
Dartmoor National Park, in Devon, United Kingdom. Landscapes: mountains, hills, and valleys.
- Area
- 954 km²
- Established
- 1951
- IUCN
- V
- Visitors
- 11M annual
Protected landscapeUnited Kingdom
43 km away#4 closest
Southeast
Jurassic Coast
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- Established
- 2001
- Relief
- Upland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Access
- Easy access
National parkWales
56 km away#5 closest
North
Bannau Brycheiniog National Park
Discover mapped terrain, park boundaries, and regional geography.
Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, in Wales, United Kingdom. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and grasslands.
- Area
- 1,344 km²
- Established
- 1957
- IUCN
- V
- Visitors
- 4.4M annual
National parkPembrokeshire
65 km away#6 closest
Northwest
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park: Mapped Coastal Boundaries and Protected Landscape Atlas
Explore unique seaside terrain and regional geography.
Delve into the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, a premier protected landscape recognized for its extraordinary coastal formations and diverse natural terrain. This atlas entry details the park's distinct mapped boundaries, from its iconic limestone cliffs and sea stacks to its sheltered estuaries and inland Preseli Hills. Understand how this significant national park contributes to the protected area map of Pembrokeshire and offers unparalleled opportunities for geographic discovery along the Welsh coast.
- Area
- 629 km²
- Established
- 1952
- IUCN
- V
- Relief
- Mixed relief
Protected areaEngland
81 km away#7 closest
Southeast
Dorset Heaths: Protected Lowland Landscapes and Regional Geography in Southern England
A comprehensive look at the Poole Basin heathland mosaic.
Spanning the Poole Basin, the Dorset Heaths offer a distinct geographic profile of acidic sands and diverse ecological mosaics. This protected area includes rare valley mires and coastal dunes, providing a clear window into the natural landscape history and ongoing conservation efforts within southern England's coastal regions.
- Area
- 616.62 km²
- Established
- 1998
- Relief
- Lowland
- Water
- Major water bodies
Protected areaDorset
95 km away#8 closest
Southeast
Poole Harbour: Protected Area Geography and Coastal Map of Dorset
Coastal ria landscape and wetland habitat mapping
Poole Harbour stands as a prominent natural feature of the Dorset coast, defined by its shallow waters and varied estuarine terrain. This profile maps the protected landscape, including its salt marshes, seagrass meadows, and islands, offering deep geographic context for this significant southern England wetland.
- Area
- 36 km²
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Access
- Easy access
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