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Easy hikes and walks in Dorset

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Exploring Dorset on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Dorset. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

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1. Old Harry Rocks Loop

6.36km

01:46

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door loop — Dorset

7.91km

01:51

210m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. RSPB Arne Red Trail loop — Isle of Purbeck

3.82km

01:00

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Wetlands loop from Wareham — Dorset

6.88km

01:45

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Portland Bill & the Old Higher Lighthouse loop

5.56km

01:29

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Cerne Abbas Giant — National Trust North and West Dorset

4.34km

01:16

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Beach & Gardens around Chapel hill loop from Abbotsbury — Dorset

5.13km

01:25

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Brownsea Island loop — Dorset

6.81km

01:48

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. West Bay to Burton Bradstock clifftop loop — National Trust coastal walks in West Dorset

6.75km

01:47

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Godlingston Heath and the Agglestone

5.11km

01:24

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Dorset

1. Old Harry Rocks Loop

2. Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door loop — Dorset

3. RSPB Arne Red Trail loop — Isle of Purbeck

4. Wetlands loop from Wareham — Dorset

5. Portland Bill & the Old Higher Lighthouse loop

6. Cerne Abbas Giant — National Trust North and West Dorset

7. Beach & Gardens around Chapel hill loop from Abbotsbury — Dorset

8. Brownsea Island loop — Dorset

9. West Bay to Burton Bradstock clifftop loop — National Trust coastal walks in West Dorset

10. Godlingston Heath and the Agglestone

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