South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)
Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 11.4 mi (18.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,300 ft (701 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 50 min
- High point
- 712 ft (217 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Cave 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Beach: Bossiney haven 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Beach: Benoath Cove 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Ladies Window arch 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
- Cave 4 mi (6.5 km) from start
- Visitor center: Boscastle Visitor Center 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from start
- Peak: Penally Hill 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from start
- Waterfall 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from start
- Cave: Seal hole 6.2 mi (10 km) from start
- Viewpoint 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from start
- Peak: High Cliff 8.7 mi (14 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)?
South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel) is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 50 min. It climbs 2,300 ft (701 m) in total, up to a high point of 712 ft (217 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)?
5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 11.3 mi (18.3 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)?
Beach Café, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Spar, 0.4 mi (0.7 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 12: Crackington Haven to Tintagel)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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