Stanley Mile Pond & Beach Walk Falkland Islands

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The Mile Pond Walk is an accessible, relatively flat, and scenic trail in the Falkland Islands, offering views of ponds, coastal areas, and sometimes the Sapper Hill masts. Starting from a vehicle track near the Sapper Hill corral, the route involves following tracks and a clear path that leads to the northwest corner of Mile Pond, where a crossing track is used to form a circular route. The walk is considered a good introduction to Falkland Islands walks, with easy terrain and opportunities for birding, rock-pooling, and relaxing on the beach.
Key Features
Terrain & Difficulty:
The walk is described as being of easy difficulty with fairly easy terrain, minimal height gain, and vehicle tracks that can be followed for much of the route.
Views:
Enjoy views of the ponds, including Mile Pond and Round Pond, the south-east coast of Stanley, and sometimes the Sapper Hill masts on the return.
Activities:
Opportunities for birding, beachcombing, rock-pooling, and paddling.
Starting Point:
The route begins on a vehicle track near the Sapper Hill corral.
Circular Route:
The walk forms a circular route, with an inland return via Mile Pond and a final section leading back to the start.
How to Find It
Start near Sapper Hill corral: Head to the Sapper Hill corral, located on a vehicle track accessible from the Stanley – Mount Pleasant road.
Follow vehicle tracks: From the corral, a track leads uphill and bends to the left around a crater.
Head towards Mile Pond: Continue following the tracks east until you draw level with the west end of Mile Pond, then turn right to head toward the pond.
Use the crossing track: At the north-west corner of the pond, a clear track crosses at a right angle.
Turn right and head west: Turn right to follow this track in a westerly direction.
Complete the loop: The track will bend to the right, heading uphill, eventually leading back towards the Sapper Hill masts and the start point.