Descripción
The smallish reservoir is surrounded by a plantation of mainly conifers. It has a circular walk (2,6 km) and a bird hide (that is not shielded to birds unfortunately). Piquitureto Común, Winter ducks and other passerines can be seen regularly.
Detalles
Accesso
The A39 main road running from Barnstaple to Lynton passes close by. At Blackmore Gate (North of the reservoir) turn right on the A399 and shortly take a right turn on minor road to Reservoir. The car park is on the South end of the reservoir.
Terreno y habitat
Bosque , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Humedal , Lago , Agricultura , Río , Brezales , PraderaCondiciones
Montañoso , Plano , Paisaje abierto , PantanosoCamino circular
Sí¿Se necesita telescopio?
SíBuena época para el avistamiento de aves
Todo el añoMejor momento para visitar
Migración de primavera , Migración de otoño , Otoño , Primavera , InviernoRuta
Camino pavimentado , Camino ancho , Camino estrechoCamino difícil de andar
FácilAccesible vía
A pie , Bicicleta , CocheEscondite de observación / plataforma
SíInformación extra
As well as the circular reservoir path there is numerous paths through plantation. The wooded valley below the dam is also good for birds and possibly Red Deer.
