South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin
~3 days · 35.4 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin is known for
Sections 1–3 of South West Coast Path is an official 55.8 km point-to-point section from Minehead to Combe Martin.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 52 ft to 3,261 ft over 35.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 17.6 mi · 50%
- Downhill 12.9 mi · 37%
- Flat 4.7 mi · 13%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin scores 36/100, 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 South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin take?
Most backpackers hike the South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 35.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin?
The South West Coast Path — Sections 1–3: Minehead to Combe Martin climbs roughly 12,008 ft total — about 339 ft per mile, topping out near 1,037 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. 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.