South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)
Cornwall, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Cornwall, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 13.2 mi (21.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,067 ft (630 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 20 min
- High point
- 509 ft (155 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Polpero Beach 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Beach: Giggen Cove 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Downend 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Beach: Lekerock Cove 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Beach: Talland Sand 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Spring 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from start
- Beach: Samphire Beach 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Historic site: The Monks' House 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from start
- Visitor center 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from start
- Beach: Plaidy Beach 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from start
- Beach: Millendreath Beach 6.4 mi (10.2 km) from start
- Campsite: Bay View Campsite 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 6.8 mi (11 km) from start
- Beach: Seaton Beach 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from start
- Beach: Hoodny Cove 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from start
- Beach: Finnygook Beach 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)
How long is South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)?
South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle) is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 20 min. It climbs 2,067 ft (630 m) in total, up to a high point of 509 ft (155 m).
How hard is South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)?
19 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 1.4 mi (2.2 km), 4.1 mi (6.5 km), 4.7 mi (7.6 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle) shaded?
Mostly exposed (16% under trees).
What can you do on South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)?
The House on the Props, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: John Yaxley's Food Store, 0.1 mi (0.1 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for South West Coast Path (Section 34: Polperro to Portwrinkle)?
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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap