South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)
Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10 mi (16.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,234 ft (376 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 50 min
- High point
- 246 ft (75 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Chimney 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
- Historic site: New Shaft Engine House 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Wheal Propser Engine House 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from start
- Beach: Hendra Beach 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from start
- Historic site: RAAF Sunderland Flying Boat 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from start
- Beach: Kenneggy Cove 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from start
- Beach: King's Cove 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from start
- Beach: Bessy's Cove 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from start
- Historic site: HMS Warspite 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Beach: Piskies Cove 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from start
- Beach: Perranuthnoe Beach 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)?
South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven) is 10 mi (16.2 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,234 ft (376 m) in total, up to a high point of 246 ft (75 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)?
Parking at the start. 14 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 4.8 mi (7.7 km), 8.5 mi (13.6 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)?
Kota Kai, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Costcutter, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 25: Marazion to Porthleven)?
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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