Hike to Durdle Door

Durdle Door Holiday Park, Dorset
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Hike to Durdle Door
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Distance
4 miles
Elevation Gain
150 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back

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Dog Friendly
Food Nearby
Family Friendly
Bathrooms
Easy Parking
Beach
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Added by Lewis Hackett

The magnificent Durdle Door arch is one of Dorset's greatest landmarks. Spend a day exploring the shingled beach that surrounds Durdle Door whilst taking in the spectacular views of Man O’War Cove and the Jurassic coastline! 

The shingled beach that lies at the foot of Durdle Door can be easily accessed via a footpath and steps over the hill from Lulworth Cove (2 miles) or down from the car park of Durdle Door Holiday Park. When heading down the steep hill to Durdle Door you will notice the spectacular Man O’War Cove to your left. As you approach the steps leading down to the beach you will be presented with a terrific view of Durdle Door and the Jurassic Coast (pictured). To walk from Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door (recommended), you can access the South West Coastal Path near to the Heritage Centre in West Lulworth (http://www.lulworth.com/jurassic-coast/heritage-centre/). Before heading along the coastal trail, make sure you explore the small village of West Lulworth and Lulworth Cove. Note: Durdle Door is very popular during the summer months and on weekends so if you want solitude, try to visit during the week or early in the morning on weekends.      

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Jenna Mulligan
6/27/2020
Stunning cliffs
I reached Durdle door as part of a longer hike along the Jurassic Coast, but this stretch and the hills after we’re astonishingly pretty. ...
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Jack Henstridge
8/20/2017
Been multiple times, never gets boring.
I've spent so many days at Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, etc. It's an amazing place. This whole stretch of the Jurassic Coast is jammed ...
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