Sturt Pond — New Forest National Park

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Sturt Pond — New Forest National Park

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Sturt Pond — New Forest National Park

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2.42km

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A lovely stroll, beginning at the Hurst Road East car park. The walk goes past Sturt Pond, which is a tidal inlet and a wonderful place to spot coastal birds. The walk then turns back at the 'crabbing bridge' for glorious views of the Hurst Castle and the Isle of…

by New Forest National Park

Last updated: August 14, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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230 m

Sturt Pond

Highlight • Lake

This tidal pond is trapped between the land and Hurst Spit, with marshes to the north and south. If you're keen on spotting sea and shoreline birds, this is a …

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577 m

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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2.42 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

890 m

862 m

491 m

178 m

Surfaces

1.20 km

1.03 km

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Weather

Sunday 11 October

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Comments

March 17, 2024

A lovely stroll, beginning at the Hurst Road East car park. The walk goes past Sturt Pond, which is a tidal inlet and a wonderful place to spot coastal birds. The walk then turns back at the 'crabbing bridge' for glorious views of the Hurst Castle and the Isle of Wight.