South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)
Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cornwall National Landscape, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14.2 mi (22.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,581 ft (482 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 25 min
- High point
- 318 ft (97 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Great Molunan 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from start
- Beach: Little Molunan 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from start
- Beach: Porthbeor Beach 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Killigerran Head 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from start
- Beach: Towan 5 mi (8 km) from start
- Historic site: Monument to General Slim 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from start
- Shelter 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from start
- Beach: Porthcurnick 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Beach: Porthbean 8.1 mi (13 km) from start
- Viewpoint 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)?
South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe) is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 25 min. It climbs 1,581 ft (482 m) in total, up to a high point of 318 ft (97 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)?
Parking at the start, Fee. Closest lot to the start: The Quay Car Park. 14 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 2.6 mi (4.1 km), 2.6 mi (4.2 km), 6.8 mi (11 km).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe) shaded?
Mostly exposed (10% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)?
The View, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op Food, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 30: Falmouth to Portloe)?
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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