Swanage to Haven Point

Route Description for Swanage to Haven Point

It is only fitting that the last segment of the physically challenging, 1,013.9 km long endurance walk known as the South West Coast Path is an easy one. This portion of the trail from Swanage to Haven Point features little elevation gain and is only 11.9 km in overall length, allowing you to appreciate the views across the water as you complete the final leg of this arduous walk. Whether you have already completed the entirety of the South West Coast Path or are planning to complete this as a day-walk, remember to wear proper walking boots and make your travel arrangements in advance of completing this one-way trail, or else you will need to walk the full distance back into Swanage.

Setting out from the trailhead, you will make your way to the north along the beautiful sands of Swanage Beach, before climbing uphill atop the Ballard Cliffs for a gorgeous sightline overlooking the English Channel. After rounding The Foreland and taking in the views of the Old Harry Rocks, you will turn to the west to walk the shores of Studland Bay. Here, you will continue along the lovely beach as you traverse the final stretch of the walk through the Studland and Godlingston Heath National Nature Reserve, taking in some final seaside views as you arrive at the terminus of the South West Coast Path.