Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East
East Sussex, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in East Sussex, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.4 mi (12 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,093 ft (333 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 55 min
- High point
- 269 ft (82 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Seven Sisters 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Seven Sisters 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from start
- Historic site: The William Charles Campbell Monument 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Robertson War Memorial Bequest Obelisk 6.2 mi (10 km) from start
- Visitor center: Birling Gap Visitor Centre 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East
How long is Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East is 7.4 mi (12 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 55 min. It climbs 1,093 ft (333 m) in total, up to a high point of 269 ft (82 m).
How hard is Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
Parking at the start, Fee. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
Drinking water on the way at 7.4 mi (11.9 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 7.4 mi (11.9 km).
Is Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
Grab & Go, 0 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Grab and Go, 0 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for Clifftop Walk From Birling Gap to Exceat, South Downs East?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap