South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)
North Devon Coast National Landscape, Devon, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in North Devon Coast National Landscape, Devon, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 11 mi (17.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,024 ft (617 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 35 min
- High point
- 610 ft (186 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Waterfall: Peppercombe 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Peppercombe Castle 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from start
- Beach: Bucks Mills Beach 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from start
- Waterfall 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Harbour View 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial 11 mi (17.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)?
South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly) is 11 mi (17.8 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 35 min. It climbs 2,024 ft (617 m) in total, up to a high point of 610 ft (186 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)?
Parking at the start. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly) shaded?
Partly shaded (58% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)?
The Pier House, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Kite-Surf, 0.4 mi (0.6 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 8: Westward Ho! to Clovelly)?
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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