Lying beneath the striking North Cliffs, Porthcadjack Cove is a little-visited beach on the Cornish coast. Accessible from the Coast Path via a steep and narrow path, the isolated nature of this beach makes it a serene spot and a real hidden gem.

Le.Lio

May 25, 2018

Hiking

A beautiful bay with a sandy beach and waterfall. Good to watch from this little country tongue, which protrudes a bit into the sea. It's worth it to go down here!

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Natalie

October 30, 2023

Running

Porthcadjack Cove is an oft missed beauty spot in Cornwall. There is a set of steep steps down to the beach if you have time for an explore and a spot of rock pooling.

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2. Basset's Cove – Basset's Cove loop from Portreath

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3. Basset's Cove – Basset's Cove loop from Illogan

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Elevation 10 m

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Location: Illogan, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Porthcadjack Cove and Waterfall

1. Hell's Mouth & Godrevy Point loop from Portreath — Cornwall

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3. Basset's Cove – Basset's Cove loop from Illogan

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