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South West England

Porthmeor Beach – St Ives Harbour loop from St. Ives

Hiking trails & Routes

South West England

Porthmeor Beach – St Ives Harbour loop from St. Ives

Moderate

4.6

(49)

395

hikers

Porthmeor Beach – St Ives Harbour loop from St. Ives

02:29

8.74km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Cornwall National Landscape

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.53 km

Clodgy Point

Highlight • Natural

Clodgy Point is a dramatic, rocky promontory with steep cliffs that extends out into the sea between St. Ives Bay and Porthmeor Beach. Great for exploring and taking in the views over the bay.

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2

4.78 km

Man's Head Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

Man’s Head is a rocky outcrop that, as you may expect, bears a striking resemblance to a man’s head, especially from the seaward side. As well as quirky geology, you …

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3

4.88 km

View over Porthmeor Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

The great view over Porthmeor Beach can be enjoyed in peace on many benches

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4

5.53 km

Porthmeor Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Porthmeor Beach in St. Ives is conveniently situated in a superb location on the western side of St. Ives Head. The South West Coast Path even goes past the beach …

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5

5.75 km

St Ives Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

The picturesque fishing harbour and seaside town of St Ives is a real gem on the Cornish coastline. With distinctive cobbled streets — lined with independent shops, traditional eateries and …

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6

6.36 km

View of St Ives and Porthmeor Beach

Highlight • Beach

Very nice costal view from this part of the small town

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7

6.58 km

Porthgwidden Beach

Highlight • Cafe

Great secluded beach, nice cafe and the most tame sparrows ever

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8

7.90 km

View of St Ives

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful little fishing village. Wonderful view with a breeze in your nose 🌬

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8.74 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.58 km

2.19 km

1.63 km

1.48 km

850 m

Surfaces

4.42 km

1.90 km

1.27 km

721 m

298 m

110 m

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