The Rumps, North Cornwall

Durdle Door, Dorset

The South West Coast Path is perhaps the UK’s ultimate challenge for the long distance walker - a 630-mile adventure around the coastline of the southwest peninsula.

From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park all the way to the shores of Poole Harbour, it is simply the best way to enjoy our wonderful coastline, its scenery, wildlife and history.

630 miles (1014km) The average is 7-8 weeks Walk the entire Path and climb over 27,000 metres – more than three times the height of Mount Everest Crosses 17 large rivers: 15 by ferry (some seasonal), 2 by wading or stepping stones

	Choose from the many maps and guidebooks that are available.
	Check Path News for up to date information on temporary diversions.
	Use the Distance Calculator to assess distances between start and finish points.
	Find out about public transport (including ferries) and accommodation.
	Contact the South West Coast Path Association if you want detailed advice.
	Read our safety guidelines
	Find out about estuaries and ferries and military training areas along the route