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Golden Cap Summit

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Golden Cap Summit

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Part of the phenomenal Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, Golden Cap isn’t just the southern coast’s highest point, it’s also an impressive, dramatic cliff. Rising to 627 feet (191 m), …

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    Location: Stanton St. Gabriel, West Dorset, Dorset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    July 9, 2019

    Hiking

    Standing at 626 feet (191 m), Golden Cap is the highest point on the South Coast. From the cliff, you are afforded utterly breathtaking views over Lyme Bay to Dartmoor and ahead to the Isle of Portland.

    November 10, 2019

    Hiking

    The effort is definitely worth it! The view is incredibly beautiful!
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    August 13, 2021

    Hiking

    When you get to the concrete trig point walk onwards to the larger viewing area (a bit further on) which is more suitable for picnics etc.

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    10.6km

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

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

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    Elevation 160 m

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