The Dorset section of the South West Coast Path forms part of England’s longest National Trail, offering 630 miles of spectacular coastal walking. The Dorset stretch from Lyme Regis to Poole traverses the entire Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, featuring iconic landmarks including Golden Cap (the south coast’s highest point at 627 feet), Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, and Chesil Beach. This challenging trail rises and falls dramatically with every river mouth, accumulating 114,931 feet of ascent – almost four times Mount Everest’s height. Walkers discover stunning geology spanning 185 million years, dramatic cliff scenery, fossil hunting opportunities, and charming coastal villages. The ultimate adventure for serious hikers seeking Britain’s finest coastal landscapes.
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South West Coast Path (Dorset Section)
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