South West Coast Path: Bude to Crackington Haven

Route Description for South West Coast Path: Bude to Crackington Haven

Overall, the Bude to Crackington segment of the South West Coast Path is a fairly laidback adventure, although there are a few steep descents and climbs around Millook. Make sure to wear sturdy walking boots to stay comfortable along the trail. Additionally, you will want to make arrangements for a pick up at the end point of the walk, as this is a one-way trail. As always in coastal areas, exercise caution if you plan on travelling this route with children or dogs, as there are some steep drop offs.

Setting out from the trailhead in Bude, you will initially head to the northwest to round Compass Point and enjoy some beautifully scenic views across the water before turning to the south to traverse the coastal terrain and enter into the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. After making your way through the steep, undulating terrain at Millook, you will continue to the southwest and take in the wonderful views across the Bristol Channel. On the final leg of the walk, you will make a final semi-steep climb and visit the scenic Pencannow Point before descending the hillside into the end point of the walk at Crackington Haven.