South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Plymouth, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 16.1 mi (25.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,145 ft (349 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 45 min
- High point
- 292 ft (89 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Beach: Wembury Beach 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 5 mi (8.1 km) from start
- Beach: Bovisand Beach 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Bovisand 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Bovisand Fort 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from start
- Shelter 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from start
- Attraction: Mount Batten Watersports & Activities 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Rhinoceros 10.6 mi (17 km) from start
- Viewpoint 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from start
- Historic site: The Mayflower Steps 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from start
- Visitor center 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from start
- Attraction: List of Pilgrims who left Plymouth on the Mayflower 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Lady Astor's Garden 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Remains of Plymouth Castle 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from start
- Shelter 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: The Lion's Den 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Matei's Rocks 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from start
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Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)?
South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point) is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,145 ft (349 m) in total, up to a high point of 292 ft (89 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)?
Drinking water on the way at 15.1 mi (24.2 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 1.6 mi (2.6 km), 1.6 mi (2.7 km), 4.5 mi (7.3 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point) shaded?
Mostly exposed (12% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)?
The Ship Inn, 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op Food, 0.5 mi (0.9 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)?
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