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West Dorset

The best walks and hikes in West Dorset

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Walks and hikes around West Dorset offer a diverse landscape that captures the essence of England's natural beauty. This region presents a remarkable mix of coastal charm and inland wonders, with forests covering a third of the area. Hiking enthusiasts can explore a network of trails that wind through thriving woodlands, revealing hidden caves and cascading waterfalls along the way.

Last updated: October 20, 2025

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1. Golden Cap & the South West Coast Path loop from Langdon Hill

10.8km

03:10

290m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Charmouth & East Beach loop from Lyme Regis — Dorset

9.41km

02:42

220m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Golden Cap Trust 10

10.6km

03:07

290m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4. Golden Cap loop on the South West Coast Path from Stonebarrow Hill — Dorset

9.26km

02:46

280m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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5. The Undercliff & Seaton from Lyme Regis — East Devon

24.8km

07:05

560m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Minterne Magna and the Cerne Giant loop

11.0km

03:02

190m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7. Burton Bradstock loop — National Trust walks in North and West Dorset

9.36km

02:30

100m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Burton Bradstock coastal walk from Hive Beach

9.49km

02:32

100m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Lyme Regis to Uplyme Riverside Walk loop — Dorset

10.0km

02:47

180m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Abbotsbury and Chesil Beach views — National Trust coastal walks in West Dorset

10.6km

03:01

230m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best walks and hikes in West Dorset

1. Golden Cap & the South West Coast Path loop from Langdon Hill

2. Charmouth & East Beach loop from Lyme Regis — Dorset

3. Golden Cap Trust 10

4. Golden Cap loop on the South West Coast Path from Stonebarrow Hill — Dorset

5. The Undercliff & Seaton from Lyme Regis — East Devon

6. Minterne Magna and the Cerne Giant loop

7. Burton Bradstock loop — National Trust walks in North and West Dorset

8. Burton Bradstock coastal walk from Hive Beach

9. Lyme Regis to Uplyme Riverside Walk loop — Dorset

10. Abbotsbury and Chesil Beach views — National Trust coastal walks in West Dorset

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