South West Coast Path — Sections 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven
~4 days · 40.8 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the South West Coast Path — Sections 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven is known for
Sections 22–25 of South West Coast Path is an official 65.6 km point-to-point section from Pendeen to Porthleven.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 33 ft to 873 ft over 40.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.9 mi · 34%
- Downhill 12.9 mi · 32%
- Flat 13.6 mi · 34%
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 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the South West Coast Path — Sections 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven 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 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven take?
Most backpackers hike the South West Coast Path — Sections 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 40.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the South West Coast Path — Sections 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven?
The South West Coast Path — Sections 22–25: Pendeen to Porthleven climbs roughly 10,367 ft total — about 254 ft per mile, topping out near 328 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.