North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye landscape

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North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye

~3 days · 32 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance32 mi
Days out3
Elevation gain2,644 ft
Gain / mile83 ft
High point630 ft
Difficulty index12/100

What the North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye is known for

Sections 7–9 of North Downs Way is an official 52.9 km point-to-point section from Cuxton to Wye.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 66 ft to 2,001 ft over 32 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 12.3 mi · 39%
  • Downhill 12.3 mi · 39%
  • Flat 7.2 mi · 23%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

How hard is the North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye?

12 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye scores 12/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye take?

Most backpackers hike the North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 32 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye?

The North Downs Way — Sections 7–9: Cuxton to Wye climbs roughly 2,644 ft total — about 83 ft per mile, topping out near 630 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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