Isle of Wight Coastal Path
A long distance walk and National Trail of 70 miles on the Isle of Wight which, as far as possible, follows the coastline of England's prestige island of the English Channel. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.
Google Maps Open Source MapsStatistics and Files
Start: Cowes
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
Grid Ref: SZ500956
Climbing: 2,167 metres
Walk time: 30-40 hours
Days: 5-10
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)
OL22 New Forest, Southampton, Ringwood, Ferndown, Lymington, Christchurch and Bournemouth
OL29 Isle of Wight
OL29 Isle of Wight
Summary:
The Isle of Wight Coastal Path covers 67 miles of paths. Compared to coastal paths such as the South West Coast Path and Pembrokeshire Coast Path the walking on the Isle of Wight Coastal Path is generally steady with mostly mild ascents and descents to be made on the route, although some are steeper. The northern sections move inland and away from the coast at times due to a mix of terrain and access. The other cardinal quadrants are most done along the coast. There is lots to be seen on the Isle of Wight Coastal Path with striking chalk cliffs and sea stacks featuring heavily in the south and west. There are great views out to sea and many interesting places to visit too.
Useful Links:
My Isle of Wight Coastal Path walk
Walking on the Isle of Wight
The Complete Isle of Wight Coastal Footpath
Wikipedia
Visit Isle of Wight
Long Distance Walkers Association
