South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)
Dorset, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Dorset, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14 mi (22.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,749 ft (533 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 25 min
- High point
- 531 ft (162 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Cave 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Attraction: Stair Hole 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Visitor center: Lulworth Visitor Centre 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Peak: Hambury Tout 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Visitor Services 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Beach: Man O' War Cove 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Cave 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Beach: Durdle Door 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Cave 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Cave 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Cave 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Historic site: RAF Ringstead Radar defence 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Beach: Ringstead Beach 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from start
- Beach: Ringstead Beach 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Eweleaze Farm 8.1 mi (13 km) from start
- Viewpoint 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from start
- Attraction: Harbourside 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from start
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Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)?
South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove) is 14 mi (22.5 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 25 min. It climbs 1,749 ft (533 m) in total, up to a high point of 531 ft (162 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)?
Drinking water on the way at 10.5 mi (17 km), 10.5 mi (17 km), 10.6 mi (17 km), 10.6 mi (17 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.3 mi (0.4 km), 5.3 mi (8.5 km), 6.5 mi (10.4 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove) shaded?
Mostly exposed (14% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)?
Boatshed Cafe, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Jakes Convenience, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 50: Ferrybridge to Lulworth Cove)?
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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