South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)
Dorset, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Dorset, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 17 mi (27.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,591 ft (485 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 15 min
- High point
- 404 ft (123 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Studland Naturist Beach 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Beach: Knoll Beach 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Dragon's teeth 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Fort Henry 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Beach: South Beach 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Viewpoint to Old Harry Rocks 4.3 mi (7 km) from start
- Attraction: Shep's Hollow 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Shelter 7.4 mi (12 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from start
- Shelter 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from start
- Shelter 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Punch and Judy 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Swanage War Memorial 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Toilets: Shore Road Public Conveniences 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from start
- Visitor center: Swanage Information Centre 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from start
- Historic site: King Alfred Memorial 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from start
- Shelter 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Prince Albert Memorial 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from start
- Historic site: WW2 Gun mount 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)?
South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point) is 17 mi (27.3 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,591 ft (485 m) in total, up to a high point of 404 ft (123 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)?
Parking at the start, Fee, 27 spaces. Closest lot to the start: Ferry Way. 15 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)?
Drinking water on the way at 2.9 mi (4.6 km), 7.3 mi (11.8 km), 7.7 mi (12.3 km), 7.7 mi (12.4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 2.5 mi (4 km), 2.9 mi (4.6 km), 3.4 mi (5.5 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point) shaded?
Mostly exposed (13% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven Point)?
Haven Ferry Takeaway, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Haven Ferry Shop, 0 mi (0.1 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 52: Worth Matravers to South Haven 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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