Avon Water Paddle Spot – Setthorns Campsite loop from Sway

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Avon Water Paddle Spot – Setthorns Campsite loop from Sway

Moderate

5.0

(3)

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Avon Water Paddle Spot – Setthorns Campsite loop from Sway

02:55

11.1km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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New Forest National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.58 km

Avon Water Paddle Spot

Highlight • Viewpoint

No footbridge access on Tiptoe side.

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4.25 km

Setthorns Campsite

Highlight • Forest

Basic campsite in the most fantastic location for walking and cycling. No toilets, showers or washing up facilities but water and motorhome service point available

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4.62 km

Disused Railway Bridge in New Forest National Park

Highlight • Bridge

As I took this, a horse and cart went over the bridge - wasn’t expecting that!

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5.31 km

Longslade Heath

Highlight • Natural

Very busy car park with dog walkers on Sunday morning.

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5.59 km

Pony Pasture in New Forest National Park

Highlight • Forest

I know Komoot prefers us to put “fixed” items as highlighted but given the lush grass here this is basically a permanent pasture. Counted over 30 ponies today.

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6.87 km

Hincheslea Hideout

Highlight • Historical Site

In the early 1800s, when the moon dipped low over the New Forest, Hincheslea Woods belonged to the Free Traders. Beneath the dense, tangled canopy, smugglers transformed the ancient woodland …

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