Like so many of Cornwall's bays, what looks like a small beach at high tide opens out into a huge place when the tide goes out. There are lots of rock formations to explore at low tide with a smaller inlet to the south west also opening up to become part of the beach when the sea is out. Do check tide times carefully though before walking along the beach so you don't get cut off by the rising water.

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1. Porthcothan loop from Bedruthan Steps — Cornwall

9.85km

02:09

150m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Porthcothan Beach – View of Bedruthan Steps loop from Treyarnon

9.37km

02:31

110m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Bedruthan Steps – Porthcothan Beach loop from Mawgan Porth

13.4km

03:40

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: St. Eval, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Porthcothan loop from Bedruthan Steps — Cornwall

2. Porthcothan Beach – View of Bedruthan Steps loop from Treyarnon

3. View of Bedruthan Steps – Porthcothan Beach loop from Mawgan Porth

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