South West Coast Path — Sections 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan
~3 days · 35.1 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the South West Coast Path — Sections 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan is known for
Sections 13–15 of South West Coast Path is an official 54.7 km point-to-point section from Tintagel to Porthcothan.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from -23 ft to 1,270 ft over 35.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.7 mi · 36%
- Downhill 13.9 mi · 40%
- Flat 8.4 mi · 24%
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 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the South West Coast Path — Sections 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan scores 30/100, 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 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan take?
Most backpackers hike the South West Coast Path — Sections 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 35.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the South West Coast Path — Sections 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan?
The South West Coast Path — Sections 13–15: Tintagel to Porthcothan climbs roughly 9,728 ft total — about 277 ft per mile, topping out near 400 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.