South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth)

01 · Character of the route

Is this one for you?

Urban Area 1× viewpoint Remote Uncrowded

compiled from map data (OSM) and points of interest along the route — no editorial layer

02 · 3 points along the route

What will you encounter?

2× monument 1× viewpoint

0 km 21,4 km

Coronation of King George V monument · on the route 0,0 km 0%

Penlee Point viewpoint · 161 m off route 0,0 km 0%

Memorial to Scott of the Antarctic monument · 497 m off route 0,0 km 0%

· Elevation profile

How tough is this route?

elevation range –

0 km 10,7 km 21,4 km

03 · Landmarks

Steady waypoints

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04 · Intersecting routes

Where you meet other trails

South West Coast Path (Section 36: Plymouth to Wembury Point)

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South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth)

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South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)

SWCP

at 21,4 km

05 · From the trail

Through the eyes of hikers

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What hikers experienced

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07 · Before you go

Answers to common questions

How long is the South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) hiking route?

South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) is 21.4 km long.

How long does it take to walk South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth)?

At an average walking pace, South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) takes approximately 5h 20min to complete.

Is South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) a loop trail?

No, South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Portwrinkle to Plymouth. Plan ahead for return transport.

Where does South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) start?

South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) starts at Portwrinkle.

What fitness level is needed for South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth)?

South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) is a challenging hike that requires a good level of fitness.

Who maintains the South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) trail?

South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) is maintained and managed by National Trails.

Is South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) part of a larger trail network?

Yes, South West Coast Path (Section 35: Portwrinkle to Plymouth) is part of the National Walking Network (NWN), a wider network of long-distance hiking trails.