Keyhaven Harbour – Hurst Spit loop from Milford-on-Sea

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Keyhaven Harbour – Hurst Spit loop from Milford-on-Sea

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Keyhaven Harbour – Hurst Spit loop from Milford-on-Sea

01:14

4.87km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 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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789 m

Free Parking at Start Point

Highlight • Parking

I'll always try to bring you free parking. It's nice to be nice

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1.73 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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1.88 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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2.32 km

View of Keyhaven Marsh, Hurst Spit, and the Isle of Wight

Highlight • Natural

Enjoy gorgeous views over Keyhaven Marsh, Hurst Spit and the Isle of Wight on this perfect stretch of walking along the western tip of the Solent.

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2.86 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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3.06 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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3.14 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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4.02 km

Milford on Sea Beach

Highlight • Beach

Enjoy golden sands and clear waters at this little beach in Milford on Sea. This is the perfect spot for a refreshing dip post-run and features a water station and public toilets, too.

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4.87 km

End point

Bus stop

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