Mount Pleasant
About this footpath
Mount Pleasant is a short, easy footpath near Hythe offering a quick walk across open access land. At 80 metres, it's ideal for a brief stroll or as part of a longer New Forest outing. The compacted surface makes it accessible year-round, and dogs are welcome on this open-access route.
Highlights
- Quick accessible walk near Hythe
- Open access land, no restrictions
- Dogs permitted throughout
- Compacted surface, easy underfoot
What to expect
A short, flat walk on compacted ground with minimal gradient. The route follows open-access heathland typical of the New Forest, where free-roaming ponies, cattle and donkeys may be present. The path is straightforward and easy to follow; expect minimal waymarking given its brevity.
Good to know
- Dogs welcome (keep under control near livestock & wildlife)
This is a very brief walk—ideal for a quick leg-stretch or combining with other nearby routes. Keep dogs under control near grazing livestock and away from ground-nesting birds between March and July. Standard walking footwear is sufficient. There is no charge for access.