South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)
North Devon Coast National Landscape, Devon, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in North Devon Coast National Landscape, Devon, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14.8 mi (23.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 669 ft (204 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 5 min
- High point
- 246 ft (75 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Shelter 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 9.3 mi (15 km) from start
- Campsite: Ocean Pitch Campsite 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from start
- Historic site: WW 2 Bunker/OP (Ruin) 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Baggy Point Coastguard Pole 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from start
- Historic site: WW 2 Bunker/OP (Ruin) 11.2 mi (18 km) from start
- Beach: Woolacombe Sands 14 mi (22.5 km) from start
- Attraction: The Story of Two Villages 14.6 mi (23.6 km) from start
- Shelter 14.8 mi (23.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Tourist Information 14.8 mi (23.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)?
South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton) is 14.8 mi (23.7 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 5 min. It climbs 669 ft (204 m) in total, up to a high point of 246 ft (75 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)?
Parking at the far end. 24 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 4.2 mi (6.7 km), 6.8 mi (10.9 km), 9.2 mi (14.8 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton) shaded?
Mostly exposed (10% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)?
Quay Cafe, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Tesco, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 5: Woolacombe to Braunton)?
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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