South West Coast Path — Sections 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay
~3 days · 33 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the South West Coast Path — Sections 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay is known for
Sections 7–9 of South West Coast Path is an official 47.4 km point-to-point section from Instow to Hartland Quay.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 33 ft to 1,722 ft over 33 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 9.9 mi · 30%
- Downhill 10.6 mi · 32%
- Flat 12.5 mi · 38%
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 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the South West Coast Path — Sections 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay scores 25/100, 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 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay take?
Most backpackers hike the South West Coast Path — Sections 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 33 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the South West Coast Path — Sections 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay?
The South West Coast Path — Sections 7–9: Instow to Hartland Quay climbs roughly 7,375 ft total — about 223 ft per mile, topping out near 617 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.