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View of the South Downs Forest loop from Cocking

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View of the South Downs Forest loop from Cocking

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View of the South Downs Forest loop from Cocking

02:14

7.77km

180m

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: April 18, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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South Downs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.67 km

Steep Climb in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Climb

Steep section back up and slip and slide on the clay.

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5.07 km

View of the South Downs Forest

Highlight • Natural Monument

5.38 km

View South to the Sea and the Isle of Wight

Highlight • Trail

SDW ridge line offers great views, accessible on gravel bikes, sections can be rough/rutted so bigger tyres help.

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5.75 km

View of the Pine Forest in South Downs National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

7.77 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.50 km

2.75 km

1.48 km

Surfaces

4.23 km

3.50 km

Elevation

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Friday 8 May

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View of the South Downs Forest loop from Cocking

Steep Climb in South Downs National Park

View of the South Downs Forest

View South to the Sea and the Isle of Wight

View of the Pine Forest in South Downs National Park

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