Yeomans Road
About this track
Yeomans Road is a straightforward gravel track through the New Forest, just over half a kilometre long and taking around 10 minutes to walk. Open to walkers, cyclists and horse-riders alike, it offers an easy, accessible route near Sopley with no climbing or technical difficulty. Ideal for a quick outing or as part of a longer loop across the forest.
Highlights
- Short, flat gravel track — no climbs
- Open to walkers, cyclists and horses
- Accessible near Sopley
- Well-suited to families and casual outings
- Part of the wider open-access network
What to expect
A level gravel track underfoot, straightforward to follow and maintained for mixed use. The route is easy-going with no steep gradients. You may encounter free-roaming ponies, cattle or donkeys on or near the track. The surface typically drains reasonably well, though can be muddy in patches after heavy rain.
Good to know
- Dogs welcome (keep under control near livestock & wildlife)
- Open to cyclists
- Open to horse riders
Dogs are welcome on this open-access route. Keep them under control around livestock and avoid the area during ground-nesting bird season (March to July). Wear sturdy footwear; gravel is firm but the surface can soften after wet weather. No facilities or charges.