South West Coast Path (Section 38: Bigbury on Sea to Salcombe)

South Devon National Landscape, England, United Kingdom

12.7 miles (20.4 km) · 2,267 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

South West Coast Path (Section 38: Bigbury on Sea to Salcombe) is a 12.7 mile point-to-point route located in South Devon National Landscape, England, United Kingdom. The route climbs 2,267 feet and descends 2,237 feet. The largest climb extends 2.2 miles, gaining -10 feet. The course averages 181 feet of vertical gain per mile. 60% 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 11.2 out of 10, placing it in the 68.36th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring England.