South West Coast Path — Sections 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth
~3 days · 40.3 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the South West Coast Path — Sections 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth is known for
Sections 41–43 of South West Coast Path is an official 61.9 km point-to-point section from Dartmouth to Exmouth.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 10 ft to 1,335 ft over 40.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 16.2 mi · 42%
- Downhill 10.9 mi · 28%
- Flat 11.3 mi · 30%
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 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the South West Coast Path — Sections 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth 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 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth take?
Most backpackers hike the South West Coast Path — Sections 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 40.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the South West Coast Path — Sections 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth?
The South West Coast Path — Sections 41–43: Dartmouth to Exmouth climbs roughly 10,358 ft total — about 257 ft per mile, topping out near 413 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.