Keyhaven Harbour – Hurst Spit loop from Hordle

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Keyhaven Harbour – Hurst Spit loop from Hordle

Moderate

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Keyhaven Harbour – Hurst Spit loop from Hordle

03:12

12.6km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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New Forest National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.23 km

The Gun Inn

Highlight • Pub

Keyhaven is a tiny seaside hamlet located on the edge of the New Forest National Park.

It's a great place to rest and refuel after a long run, featuring an …

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5.39 km

Pans & Avon Water Wetlands Bird Observatory

Highlight • Natural

Here are some tips for bird observation:
Wear comfortable clothes
Find a good place to sit or stand so you don't scare the birds away
Take time to observe the …

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5.61 km

Keyhaven is a small village with a very pretty harbour. There are easy walks along the sea wall with views of Keyhaven Harbour, the Isle of Wight and Hurst Spit. The area is a good spot for bird-watching.

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6.47 km

Keyhaven Saltgrass Lane

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you have a camper van then you can park here. But make sure you have checked the tides as this road can flood

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6.68 km

Danes Stream — Swan Spot, New Forest National Park

Highlight • River

A small stream which runs from the nature reserve to the sea. By the bridge you'll always find a collection of Swans and Ducks that congregate on the edge of banks before the sea.

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6.75 km

Hurst Spit

Highlight • Beach

Not unlike Chesil Beach at Portland to the west, Hurst Spit is a shingle bank that stretches out into the sea. The spit extends towards the Isle of Wight, creating …

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7.10 km

Sturt Pond

Highlight • Lake

This tidal pond is trapped between the land and Hurst Spit, with marshes to the north and south. If you're keen on spotting sea and shoreline birds, this is a …

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7.67 km