Bonne Nuit Bay harbour beneath the north coast cliffs

Routes · St John & Trinity

Bonne Nuit to Bouley Bay Cliff Path

Spectacular north-coast cliff path with steep climbs, steps and big drops. A real trail challenge.

⏳ Awaiting review by one of our qualified fitness instructors. Grading below is calculated from the route data.

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About this route

Jersey’s north coast is wild compared with the south: high granite cliffs, gorse, and paths that climb steeply out of every bay. This section runs from the little harbour at Bonne Nuit, round the headland, to the pier at Bouley Bay.

Expect to walk the steepest steps. Even strong runners do. Sections of 20% or more mean your pace will look slow, so judge it by effort and enjoy the views.

Coaching notes

Draft notes, awaiting review by our instructors.

  • Power-hike the climbs: hands on thighs, short steps. It’s often as fast as running and saves your legs.
  • Descents: look three steps ahead, keep your feet quick and light, and walk anything you’re unsure of.
  • Shoes: trail shoes with grip make a real difference, especially when it’s wet.

Stops along the way

  1. Bonne Nuit Beach CafeCoffee & food · 64 m off the route0.0 km
  2. Public toiletsToilets · 117 m off the route0.1 km
  3. Public toiletsToilets5.6 km
  4. Mad Mary's CaféCoffee & food · 95 m off the route5.6 km

Stops come from OpenStreetMap. Opening hours vary with the season, so check before relying on one.Run a café or shop on this route? Offer runners a discount.

Photos

Rocky shore and headland at Bonne Nuit
Rocky shore and headland at Bonne Nuit
The pier at Bouley Bay, where the route finishes
The pier at Bouley Bay, where the route finishes

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