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Poole Harbour Trails 4
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11.8 km
Distance
⏱
2h 57min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
Poole Harbour Trails 4 is a 11.8 km Local Hiking hiking route.
Covering 11.8 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 2 hours and 38 minutes.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start. The trail is officially waymarked as 4, so look out for the trail markers along the way.
This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.
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Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
· Wareham Quay
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Finish
· Sandford
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Poole Harbour Trails 4 hiking route?
Poole Harbour Trails 4 is 11.8 km long.
How much time should I allow for Poole Harbour Trails 4?
Most walkers allow around 2h 57min for Poole Harbour Trails 4 at a comfortable pace.
Is Poole Harbour Trails 4 a circular or linear route?
Poole Harbour Trails 4 is a linear route, not a loop. It runs from Wareham Quay to Sandford. Return transport from the finish point is recommended.
Where does Poole Harbour Trails 4 start?
Poole Harbour Trails 4 starts at Wareham Quay.
Is Poole Harbour Trails 4 suitable for beginners?
Poole Harbour Trails 4 is suitable for walkers with some experience. A basic level of fitness is recommended.