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West Dorset

Easy hikes and walks in West Dorset

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Exploring West 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 West Dorset. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 1, 2025

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1. 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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2. 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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3. 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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4. Lyme Regis Seafront loop — Dorset

2.92km

00:46

20m

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

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5. Golden Cap loop from Langdon Hill — Dorset

3.23km

00:54

60m

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

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6. Chickerell Fleet Lagoon Circular — Dorset

6.81km

01:50

90m

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

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7. Cogden to Hive Beach — National Trust North and West Dorset

3.97km

01:03

40m

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

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8. Eggardon Hill loop

5.58km

01:37

150m

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

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9. Westhay Water & Charmouth loop from Stonebarrow Hill — Jurasic Coast

6.31km

01:57

240m

230m

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

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10. Maiden Castle & Romano Brisith Temple loop — Dorset

2.61km

00:44

60m

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

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Easy hikes and walks in West Dorset

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

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

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

4. Lyme Regis Seafront loop — Dorset

5. Golden Cap loop from Langdon Hill — Dorset

6. Chickerell Fleet Lagoon Circular — Dorset

7. Cogden to Hive Beach — National Trust North and West Dorset

8. Eggardon Hill loop

9. Westhay Water & Charmouth loop from Stonebarrow Hill — Jurasic Coast

10. Maiden Castle & Romano Brisith Temple loop — Dorset

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