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Difficulty
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Moderate
Elevation
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826 m
Distance
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20.4 km
Duration
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6-8.5h
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South West Coast Path: Tintagel to Pentireglaze

Tintagel to Pentireglaze
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The South West Coast Path: Tintagel to Pentireglaze is a fantastic seaside adventure in the southwest corner of England that offers beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean. While out walking the trail, you will traverse the rugged terrain of the coast and pass by charming villages along the edge of the water that offer the perfect place to sit out and enjoy the views. What a wonderful way to spend a day outdoors!

Route Description for South West Coast Path: Tintagel to Pentireglaze

Beautifully scenic views and charming coastal villages await on the South West Coast Path: Tintagel to Pentireglaze. While this adventure may be long and does feature several climbs, it is easily manageable for casual walkers that are looking to try their hand at a bit of a longer route. There are even a few cafes and pubs along the way to stop in for some mid-walk refreshments!

Setting out from the trailhead, you will make your way along the edge of the coast in a southwestern direction, descending the hillside into the seaside village of Trebarwith Strand. Here, you will find The Strand Cafe, as well as the Port William Pub. Continue on to the southwest and climb back uphill, enjoying the views across the Atlantic Ocean as you traverse the undulating landscape of the Cornwall AONB.

After passing Port Gaverne Beach and exploring the shoreline around Port Isaac, you will continue on walking along the coves and bays that make up the beautiful English coast. Once you have made your way through Port Quin, keep steady along the final leg of the journey that will allow you to experience the beautiful and secluded Lundy Bay before arriving at the end point of the walk in Pentireglaze.

Getting to the South West Coast Path: Tintagel to Pentireglaze Trailhead

To reach the South West Coast Path: Tintagel to Pentireglaze from Treknow, head north for 0.3mi and continue west on foot across the open countryside to get to the path along the coast.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    Year-Round

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    Older Children only

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    One Way

South West Coast Path: Tintagel to Pentireglaze Elevation Graph

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