South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)
Dorset, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Dorset, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.1 mi (19.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 958 ft (292 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 25 min
- High point
- 469 ft (143 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Beacon 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Peak: Thorncombe Beacon 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Campsite 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Coast View point 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
- Toilets: The Mound Public Toilets 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: West Bay Discovery Centre 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Freshwater Beach Holiday Park 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from start
- Beach: Hive Beach 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from start
- Peak: Burton Hill 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Corporal Neil Martin Blain 8.7 mi (14 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)?
South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury) is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 25 min. It climbs 958 ft (292 m) in total, up to a high point of 469 ft (143 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)?
Parking at the start, Fee. 17 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 2.9 mi (4.6 km), 3 mi (4.8 km), 3 mi (4.8 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)?
Seatown Slice, 0 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Spar, 0.7 mi (1.1 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 47: Seatown to Abbotsbury)?
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