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Find Dartmoor Walks & South West Coast Path Hikes

Explore Dartmoor walks and South West Coast Path hikes through my first-hand reports, with photographs and practical notes from days out across Devon and Cornwall.

My Dartmoor walks range from tor-filled circular routes around Merrivale and Burrator to forest trails, river crossings and longer days on the open moor. Read about the terrain, conditions and memorable moments, with parking details and route links where available.

For sea views, explore my South West Coast Path walks in Devon and Cornwall, from sheltered coves to demanding cliff-top stretches. Use the filters below to find a report by place, year or distance, or browse my long-distance hiking challenges. These are accounts of my own outings to help you plan your next adventure.

11 hikes found

Perranporth to Crantock hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2026

Perranporth to Crantock

North Cornwall · 7.65 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Wind, dunes, seals and a safe change of plan at the Gannel.

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South Milton Sands to Salcombe hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2026

South Milton Sands to Salcombe

South Devon · 13 miles

Difficulty: Hard

Hot coastal miles, endless sea views and a cold beer at the finish.

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Mullion Cove to Gunwalloe hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2026

Mullion Cove to Gunwalloe

Cornwall · 14 miles

Difficulty: Hard

Coves, a rebellious footpath, a wedding and a vital ice cream.

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Valley of Rocks via Hunters Inn hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2026

Valley of Rocks via Hunters Inn

North Devon · 14.54 miles

Difficulty: Hard

Wild cliffs, strong winds, a pub stop and an accidental extension.

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Perranporth to Porthtowan hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2026

Perranporth to Porthtowan

Cornwall · About 9 miles

Difficulty: Hard

St Agnes Head, Wheal Coates and dramatic Atlantic views.

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Bedruthan Sunset Hike hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2026

Bedruthan Sunset Hike

North Cornwall · 8 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Secluded coves, evening light and a sunset partly beaten by cloud.

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Ringmore to Burgh Island Circular hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2026

Ringmore to Burgh Island Circular

South Devon · Around 8 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

An approximately eight-mile circular hike from Ringmore to Burgh Island with Kay Burry and Barry, warm spring sunshine and a stop at the Pilchard Inn.

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Hartland Quay to Bude hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2025

Hartland Quay to Bude

North Devon and North Cornwall · About 22 miles

Difficulty: Very hard

Nine hours along the coast, with steep valleys, rocky shores and a crossing into Cornwall.

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Kynance Cove to Cadgwith hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2025

Kynance Cove to Cadgwith

The Lizard, Cornwall · 11 miles

Difficulty: Moderate

Sunny coast paths, Cadgwith and jungle-like vegetation.

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Geevor Tin Mine to Land’s End hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2025

Geevor Tin Mine to Land’s End

West Cornwall · Distance not recorded

Difficulty: Hard

Mining country, Cape Cornwall, Sennen Cove and Land’s End.

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Porthleven to Penzance hiking photograph

SW Coast Path · 2024

Porthleven to Penzance

West Cornwall · Around 14 miles

Difficulty: Hard

Mining heritage, sea views and St Michael’s Mount on a six-and-a-half-hour walk.

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