The Top 20 Peaks in Cornwall
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Cornwall is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Cornwall for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Cornwall for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: September 24, 2025
The highest point in Cornwall and a UK designated Marilyn. I think the best way to go up Brown Willy is to do a loop and come in from the …
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From the top of Carn Marth at 755 feet (230 m), there are incredible views over the rural countryside of inland Cornwall. With a rich history from mining and quarrying, …
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Kit Hill sits high above the Tamar Valley, overlooking the river and the valley it formed.
The hill boasts a wide array of history, including 18 burial mounds, neolithic and …
The hill boasts a wide array of history, including 18 burial mounds, neolithic and …
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A lovely Tor to do in conjunction with Brown Willy. Easily accessible from the Rough Tor car park. Impressive rock formations and a generally interesting place to be at with great views.
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The distinctive headland of Cape Cornwall meets the ocean at the point where the Atlantic currents split and flow south up the English Channel or north into the Bristol Channel …
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The war memorial (WW1 & WW2) to the "parish" Germoe marks the top of Tregonning Hill, at 194 meters above sea level. That doesn't sound very high, but it's higher …
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This impressive granite tor sits at 1,299 feet high (396 m) on the rugged edge of Bodmin Moor. This region's main industry used to be mining and the flanks of …
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Just south east of Redruth, Carn Marth hill has a summit reaching 771 feet (235 m). Once heavily quarried for granite, there's a large pool near the top which can be eerie in cloud and stunning sunshine.
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The magnificence of Trencrom Hill isn't necessarily its height, which only extends to 660 feet (200 m), but rather its positioning. Not far from the north Cornwall coastline, from the …
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Sharp Tor is a name frequently given to tor on Bodmin Moor so make sure you know which one it is your are hiking to! This one on Langstone Downs is 366m high.
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