Pitch Hill and Ewhurst Circular Walk
Surrey
Dog friendly and one of the most rewarding viewpoints in the Surrey Hills, this circular climbs up and along Pitch Hill's narrow sandstone spur with open panoramas over Ewhurst, the Weald and the South Downs on a clear day. The loop connects Pitch Hill with Winterfold Forest via a section of the Greensand Way before dropping down through mature pine and oak back to the car park.
Dogs can be off-lead for much of the ridge-top walk but should be kept under close control and leashed on busy weekends, when the Hurtwood tracks are heavily shared with mountain bikers and horse riders. Paths are sandy ridge trails with a few steep pulls and one or two rooty descents. Parking is voluntary-donation at Hurtwood Car Park 3 (GU6 7NL) at the western end of the route.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 8.0 km (5.0 miles)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 2 hr 15 min
- Walk Type
- Peak, Forest
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- Moderate
- Livestock Risk
- Low
- Facilities
- None on site; pubs in Ewhurst and Peaslake nearby.
- Parking
- Voluntary-donation parking at Hurtwood Car Park 3 (Pitch Hill, GU6 7NL).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pitch Hill and Ewhurst Circular Walk dog friendly?
Yes, Pitch Hill and Ewhurst Circular Walk is a great choice for dogs, earning a solid 8 out of 10 on our dog-friendly rating. The route takes in open sandstone ridges with expansive views over the Weald and South Downs, giving dogs plenty of space to enjoy the walk alongside you.
Can dogs be off lead at Pitch Hill and Ewhurst Circular Walk?
Dogs can be off lead for much of the ridge-top section of the walk, which makes it a genuinely enjoyable outing for them. That said, on busy weekends you'll want to keep your dog on a lead along the Hurtwood tracks, as these are well used by mountain bikers and horse riders and things can get a little lively.
What should I know before visiting Pitch Hill and Ewhurst Circular Walk with my dog?
The paths are sandy ridge trails with a few steep climbs and some rooty descents, so it's worth having confident footing — and the same goes for your dog. There are no facilities on site, so bring water for both of you, though there are pubs in nearby Ewhurst and Peaslake if you fancy a post-walk stop. Parking is at Hurtwood Car Park 3 (GU6 7NL) on a voluntary donation basis.
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