South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)
Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.1 mi (19.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,749 ft (533 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 45 min
- High point
- 315 ft (96 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Perran Beach 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Shelter 4 mi (6.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Owla 6.2 mi (10 km) from start
- Historic site: Towanroath Shaft Engine House 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from start
- Emergency phone 7 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Beach: Chapel Porth Beach 7 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Toilets: Chapel Porth toilets 7 mi (11.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from start
- Beach: Porthtowan Beach 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from start
- Toilets: Beach Road Car Park Toilets Porthtowan 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)?
South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath) is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,749 ft (533 m) in total, up to a high point of 315 ft (96 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)?
Parking at the start, Fee. Closest lot to the start: Perranporth Beach Car Park. 18 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)?
Drinking water on the way at 8.3 mi (13.4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.2 mi (0.3 km), 3.9 mi (6.3 km), 7 mi (11.3 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)?
Dolphin Cafe, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op Food, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 18: Perranporth to Portreath)?
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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