Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)
Carmarthenshire, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Carmarthenshire, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 124.9 mi (201.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 6,880 ft (2,097 m)
- Est. Time
- 43 hr 45 min
- High point
- 417 ft (127 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Marros Sands 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from start
- Waterfall 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Peak: Top Castle 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Peak: Marros Beacon 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Morfa Bychan WW2 fortifications 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from start
- Shelter 7.5 mi (12 km) from start
- Historic site: Castell Talacharn 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Castell Talacharn 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from start
- Shelter 11 mi (17.7 km) from start
- Shelter: First Steps Shelter 24.5 mi (39.5 km) from start
- Campsite: Church House Farm 29.9 mi (48.1 km) from start
- Shelter 42.4 mi (68.3 km) from start
- Shelter 42.9 mi (69.1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Visitors Centre 55.5 mi (89.3 km) from start
- Picnic area 56.4 mi (90.8 km) from start
- Emergency phone 58.8 mi (94.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Amelia Earhart 60.9 mi (98.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Trafalgar Beacon 61.9 mi (99.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Stradey Rugby Posts 62 mi (99.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 62.2 mi (100.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)
How long is Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)?
Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower) is 124.9 mi (201.1 km) long. Most people take about 43 hr 45 min. It climbs 6,880 ft (2,097 m) in total, up to a high point of 417 ft (127 m).
How hard is Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)?
Parking at the start, Free. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)?
Drinking water on the way at 25 mi (40.2 km), 25 mi (40.2 km), 93 mi (149.6 km), 93 mi (149.6 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 25 mi (40.2 km), 25.3 mi (40.8 km), 42.9 mi (69.1 km).
Is Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower) shaded?
Mostly exposed (23% under trees).
What can you do on Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)?
3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Wales Coast Path (Carmartenshire and Gower)?
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