Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Parking

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301 m

Heybridge Basin Marina

Right at the end of the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation sits Heybridge Basin. Home of the sea lock which releases the canal out to sea. The basin meant that sea …

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2.84 km

Mill Beach Beach Huts

Backed by a caravan park, Mill Beach has stunning views over the estuary and the unique beach huts on stilts. The Osea View Cafe on the beach makes a great waterfront stop on any hike.

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3.77 km

The Stumble Causeway to Osea Island

A tidal causeway known as The Stumble connects Osea Island with the mainland. Sadly the island isn't open to the public but you can visit by staying in the island's …

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13.5 km

Chigborough Lakes

A Nature Reserve, Chigborough Lakes is set around a number of flooded gravel pits. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including recent sightings of otters. With 2km of …

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16.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

1.68 km

918 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

1.32 km

1.06 km

801 m

412 m

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Osea Island loop from Heybridge Basin

Heybridge Basin Marina

Mill Beach Beach Huts

The Stumble Causeway to Osea Island

Chigborough Lakes

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