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    South West Coast Path: Kuggar to Helford

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    6.5-9h
    Distance
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    27.2 km
    Elevation
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    555 m
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    Kuggar to Helford

    The South West Coast Path: Kuggar to Helford is a scenic trail that will take you along the eastern edge of the Lizard Peninsula to explore the Cornish coastline. While out walking the trail, you will pass through the Lizard National Nature Reserve and a number of charming villages, as you traverse the undulating landscape along the shoreline. Unless you are planning on completing the entire South West Coast Path, you will want to plan out your travel arrangements for the end of this one-way walk.

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    Route Description for South West Coast Path: Kuggar to Helford

    Exploring the wonderful eastern edge of the Lizard Peninsula, the South West Coast Path: Kuggar to Helford will allow you to experience some charming little seaside villages and will produce some stunning views across the water. This lengthy trail features a bit of elevation gain that is spread throughout the route, so be prepared to feel a bit of a leg burn towards the end of the walk! As always, sturdy walking boots are definitely recommended to better traverse the rugged and often uneven terrain along the coast.

    Setting out from the trailhead just outside of Kuggar, you will head to the east and pass the Kennack Sands beach, before climbing uphill for some beautiful views across the water. After passing by the Black Head Lookout, the trail will turn to the north to traverse an undulating stretch of terrain that is characterized by charming coves and villages. Once you have traversed the beautiful, coastal terrain along the eastern edge of the peninsula, the trail will turn to the west and follow along the banks of the Helford River on the way into the endpoint of the walk in Helford.

    Getting to the South West Coast Path: Kuggar to Helford Trailhead

    To get to the South West Coast Path: Kuggar to Helford trailhead from the Chy Carne Holiday Park in Kuggar, head east for 0.3 km and keep right for another 0.3 km. Turn right here to enter the car park.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-Round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      No

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      One Way

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