South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)
Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.6 mi (20.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,044 ft (623 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 5 min
- High point
- 390 ft (119 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Attraction: Tower ruins 1.2 mi (2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Treveal Cove viewpoint 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 4.4 mi (7 km) from start
- Beach: Porthzennor Cove 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from start
- Beach: Pendour Beach 5.9 mi (9.4 km) from start
- Beach: Porthglaze Beach 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from start
- Beach: Treen Cove 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Emergency phone 11.8 mi (19.1 km) from start
- Beach: Portheras Cove 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from start
- Beach: Boat Cove 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)?
South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen) is 12.6 mi (20.2 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 5 min. It climbs 2,044 ft (623 m) in total, up to a high point of 390 ft (119 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)?
Parking at the start, Fee. Closest lot to the start: Porthmeor Beach & Tate Gallery. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)?
West Beach Bar & Cafe, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Ayr Supply Stores, 0.2 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 21: St Ives to Pendeen)?
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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