South West Coast Path: Mawgan Porth to Perranporth

Route Description for South West Coast Path: Mawgan Porth to Perranporth

While the South West Coast Path: Mawgan Porth to Perranporth is a long route that is sure to challenge your level of physical fitness, it will be because of the overall distance, rather than any technical or difficult terrain. There are a few climbs throughout the route though, so be sure to wear proper walking footwear to stay comfortable on the long journey.

Setting out from the trailhead in Mawgan Porth, you will head to the southwest and make your way along the dramatic cliff faces that characterize the coast here before passing by the beautiful sands of Beacon Cove and the much larger Watergate Beach. From here, you will continue to the southwest to work through the coastal areas of Newquay on the way to the Fern Pit ferry crossing.

Reaching the opposite bank of the River Gannel, continue following along the coastline and enjoy the views across the ocean, as you traverse the terrain along the West Pentire Peninsula and Kelsey Head. from here, make your way south past the Honeywell and Perran beaches on the way into the trail’s end in Perranporth.