The Pembrokeshire Coast Path National Trail covers 186 miles (299km) of the most spectacular coastal scenery in Britain. It was Wales’ first long-distance route, opened in 1970 and is one of 15 premier long-distance National Trails in England and Wales. For more information on National Trails, which are marked with the acorn symbol, visit the Countryside Council for Wales or Countryside Agency sites.
85% of the route is within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. We maintain the Path with funding from the Countryside Council for Wales and the Welsh Assembly.
The Coast Path follows the county's magnificent coastline from Amroth in the south to St Dogmael’s in the north. Much of the route is at cliff-top level, providing superb views of the sea, beaches and offshore islands. The coast is well known for rich wildlife – seabirds and flowers. Elsewhere it follows gentler shorelines, including the outer reaches of the Milford Haven estuary. The Haven is one of the finest natural harbours in the world.
To cover the whole route is a physical challenge to any walker. The Path follows an indented coastline and the ups and downs total 35,000 feet of ascent and descent. For those who prefer more gentle walking there are a great variety of shorter day walks.
