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 Okel Tor Nature Reserve, Calstock, Cornwall, UK
N 50° 30.015 W 004° 11.595
30U E 415375 N 5594933
A nature reserve in East Cornwall.
Waymark Code: WM7MPD
Location: South West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 11/10/2009
Views: 1
This nature reserve is on the hillside next to the River Tamar. The area was once a busy industrial mining area. The mines were closed in the mid 1800's and the vegetation has taken over since. There are some lovely walks in this area, and bird watching platforms by the river.
Okel Tor is a Site of Specific Scientific Interest. It is an important habitat for wildlife - badgers and bats live amongst the mining remains and rare lichens and mosses grow on the mine spoil. Near the river, kingfishers and green woodpeckers can be seen, and you may even glimpse salmon leaping.
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 50
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
The paths are rough in places and steep going down to the river.
What points of interest are there?:
Overlooks, mine buildings, wild life.
What activities are available?:
Walking, wildlife spotting only.
Hours of accessibility?: Open all hours
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Keep to the paths, due to past mining activies.
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed
Please supply the website of the land if available: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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