All Hikes in 'Near the Beach'

Beach and coastal hikes bring together sea air, dunes, cliffs, rocky shelves, estuaries and coastal forest. This tag groups routes and destinations where the shoreline is central to the experience, from gentle sand walks to more demanding cliff and headland trails.

Let the coast set the plan

Tides, swell, wind, heat and slippery rock can change a coastal route quickly. Check tide tables where a route uses beaches or rock platforms, keep well clear of waves and unstable edges, and do not assume that a low-tide crossing will be safe later in the day.

Protect a fragile edge

Stay on established paths through dunes and sensitive vegetation, give nesting birds and coastal wildlife space, carry water and sun protection, and confirm current access or closures with the managing authority before travelling.