SWCP
England International
630Miles
40–70 daysTypical thru-hike
Some experienceExperience
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, OctBest Season
ModerateCrowds
The South West Coast Path is England’s longest national trail at 630 miles, running along the entire southwest peninsula coastline from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset. The trail has a total elevation gain of approximately 115,000 feet, more than four times the height of Everest.
Trail Characteristics
- Distance: 630 miles
- Route type: Linear
- Terrain: Coastal
- Navigation: Well-signed
- Resupply: Easy
Resources
- View route on CalTopo (download GPX)
- South West Coast Path Association (official trail organization)
- Wikipedia: South West Coast Path
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