Walks in Dorset

Here are some suggestions for Dorset's top walks to try this summer. There's plenty of places to choose from with coastal rambles, formal garden strolls and countryside walks with far reaching views.

A view towards Corfe Castle from the Purbeck Ridgeway — Looking back towards Corfe Castle from the Purbeck Ridgeway

Walking trail

Walks near Corfe Castle

Walk in the footsteps of the castle builders, trek the Purbeck Ridgeway from Corfe Castle to the sea or discover wildlife and history of a different kind on Hartland Moor.

Try a walk near Corfe Castle

Your four legged friend can enjoy the new trail too — Did you say walkies?

Kingston Lacy Dorset

Walking on the estate

Did you know we have 8,500 acres of unspoilt countryside at Kingston Lacy? Why not download one of our 12 downloadable way-marked walks and start exploring?

Find a favourite walk

Sea views from south Purbeck — Pause to admire the views

Walking trail

Walks near Spyway

Stunning sea views and lush grassland criss-crossed by dry stone walls await walkers on the rugged coast of south Purbeck.

Try a walk near Spyway

Old Harry Rocks, Dorset — There are fine views of Old Harry Rocks from the South West Coast Path

Walking trail

Walks near Studland Bay

The walk to Old Harry rocks is a favourite at any time of year while marked trails help you get close to nature at Knoll Beach. Explore the heathland or discover Studland’s Second World War history.

Try a walk near Studland Bay

The top of Hambledon Hill with a pink tinged sky behind — Hambledon Hill is a special place

Hambledon Hill Dorset

Walking around the ramparts at Hambledon Hill

A challenging circular walk around the slopes and ramparts of Hambledon Hill, offering magnificent views over the surrounding countryside.

Find out more here

Three female walkers on the top of Golden Cap on a cold, sunny day — Blowing the cobwebs away on the top of Golden Cap

Golden Cap Dorset

Golden Cap: the short route

A three mile walk from Langdon Hill car park

Download the trail

Sunlight shining through the trees onto the path around Langdon Hill — Enjoy an easy walk in the woodland at Langdon Hill

Golden Cap Dorset

Langdon Hill walk

A circular woodland walk through the wildlife rich Langdon Hill woodland on the Golden Cap Estate in West Dorset, with coastal and countryside views.

Follow the route

A female walker on the coast path near Burton Bradstock on a sunny day in early April — The South West Coast Path runs through Burton Bradstock

Burton Bradstock Dorset

Burton Bradstock coast path walk

Enjoy a circular walk at Burton Bradstock which includes a stretch of the South West Coast Path with views of the Jurassic Coast.

Enjoy an easy circular coastal walk at Burton Bradstock

Stourhead Wiltshire

The countryside around Stourhead

Explore the 2,500 acres of unspoilt countryside at Stourhead. Discover more about some of the fascinating landmarks, wildlife and way-marked walking trails on the wider estate.

Explore the countryside around Stourhead