South West Coast Path (Section 20: Hayle to St Ives)

St. Ives, England, United Kingdom

6.8 miles (10.9 km) · 815 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

South West Coast Path (Section 20: Hayle to St Ives) is a 6.8 mile point-to-point route located in St. Ives, England, United Kingdom. The route climbs 815 feet and descends 730 feet. The largest climb extends 0.5 miles, gaining 49 feet. The course averages 124 feet of vertical gain per mile. 78% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. Surface conditions are primarily trail. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 7.0 out of 10, placing it in the 50.5th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring England.