South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)
Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10.1 mi (16.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 883 ft (269 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 40 min
- High point
- 184 ft (56 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Charles Darwin 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Historic site: News of Trafalgar 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Historic site: The Fox Sisters 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Toilets: Grove Place 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Killigrew Monument 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Historic site: Arwenack House 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
- Historic site: The Maritime Line 150th Anniversary 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.2 mi (2 km) from start
- Shelter 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Shell Grotto 3 mi (4.8 km) from start
- Shelter 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Shelter 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Toilets: Gyllyngvase Beach 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Beach: Gyllyngvase Beach 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from start
- Beach: Swanpool Beach 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
- Toilets: Swanpool Beach Toilets Falmouth 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from start
- Historic site: "For Freedom" 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from start
- Beach: Maenporth Beach 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from start
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Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)?
South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth) is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 40 min. It climbs 883 ft (269 m) in total, up to a high point of 184 ft (56 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)?
Parking at the start, Fee. Closest lot to the start: The Moor Car Park. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)?
Drinking water on the way at 0.2 mi (0.4 km), 3.8 mi (6.2 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.6 mi (0.9 km), 2.6 mi (4.2 km), 3.2 mi (5.2 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth) shaded?
Mostly exposed (26% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)?
The Pier Cafe, 0 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Spar, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 29: Helford to Falmouth)?
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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