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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.
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12 hikes found
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SW Coast Path · 2026
Boswednack to St Ives via Zennor West Cornwall
Distance 8.35 miles
Difficulty Hard
Route Linear An 8.35-mile coastal hike via Zennor, with spectacular coves, rocky paths, a lunchtime robin and a well-earned cream tea in St Ives.
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Perranporth to Crantock North Cornwall
Distance 7.65 miles
Difficulty Moderate
Route Linear Wind, dunes, seals and a safe change of plan at the Gannel.
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South Milton Sands to Salcombe — 13-mile circular walk South Devon
Distance 13 miles
Difficulty Hard
Route Circular Hope Cove, Bolt Tail and Salcombe, with a country-lane return via Malborough and Galmpton.
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Mullion Cove to Gunwalloe Cornwall
Distance 14 miles
Difficulty Hard
Route Circular A 14-mile circular via Poldhu and Church Cove, with coastal views and an eventful inland detour.
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Valley of Rocks via Hunters Inn North Devon
Distance 14.54 miles
Difficulty Hard
Route Circular Wild cliffs, strong winds, a pub stop and an accidental extension.
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Perranporth to Porthtowan Cornwall
Distance About 9 miles
Difficulty Hard
Route Linear St Agnes Head, Wheal Coates and dramatic Atlantic views.
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Bedruthan Sunset Hike North Cornwall
Distance 8 miles
Difficulty Moderate
Route Circular Secluded coves, evening light and a sunset partly beaten by cloud.
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Ringmore to Burgh Island Circular South Devon
Distance Around 8 miles
Difficulty Moderate
Route Circular 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 North Devon and North Cornwall
Distance About 22 miles
Difficulty Very hard
Route Linear Nine hours along the coast, with steep valleys, rocky shores and a crossing into Cornwall.
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Kynance Cove to Cadgwith The Lizard, Cornwall
Distance 11 miles
Difficulty Moderate
Route Circular Sunny coast paths, Cadgwith and jungle-like vegetation.
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Geevor Tin Mine to Land’s End West Cornwall
Distance Approximately 11 miles
Difficulty Hard
Route Linear Mining country, Cape Cornwall, Sennen Cove and Land’s End.
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Porthleven to Penzance West Cornwall
Distance Around 14 miles
Difficulty Hard
Route Linear Mining heritage, sea views and St Michael’s Mount on a six-and-a-half-hour walk.
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