Durdle Door is one of the most recognisable landmarks on the Jurassic Coast, known for its natural limestone arch and dramatic coastal setting. The area offers a range of walks that explore the surrounding cliffs, bays and headlands, with routes linking key locations such as Lulworth Cove and White Nothe.
Walks from Durdle Door follow sections of the South West Coast Path, with well-defined routes across open grassland and along exposed cliff tops. The terrain varies from short, accessible paths between major viewpoints to longer routes with steeper ascents and more uneven ground.
These walks combine some of the most distinctive coastal scenery in Dorset with clear navigation and established paths, making the area suitable for both shorter visits and more extended coastal walks.
1. Durdle Door to White Nothe
Distance: 5.5 miles (circular)
Difficulty: moderate (uneven ground, some steep ascents)
Estimated time: 3 hours 15 minutes,
Total ascent 1001ft, Max elevation 554ft
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2. Lulworth Cove to Durdle Door
Distance: 2.1 miles,
Difficulty: easy
Estimated time: 1 hour 30 minutes,
Total ascent 653ft, Max elevation 406ft
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