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    Hikes/United Kingdom/England/Cornwall

    West Pentire Peninsula and Polly Joke Beach Walk

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    Easy
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    1-1.5h
    Distance
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    4.1 km
    Elevation
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    90 m
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    West Pentire Peninsula and Polly Joke Beach Walk

    The West Pentire Peninsula and Polly Joke Beach Walk is a fantastic outdoor excursion in Cornwall that will allow you to explore the dramatic terrain of the coast and take in some amazing views across the sea. While out walking the trail, you will traverse the rugged landscape of the West Pentire Peninsula and walk along the edge of Polly Joke Beach, before heading inland on the return leg. This is an awesome walk that won’t take up too much time but will still produce some stunning views.

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    Route Description for West Pentire Peninsula and Polly Joke Beach Walk

    If the aim of your walk is to take in the natural beauty of the Cornish Coast while exploring sandy beaches and secluded coves, then the West Pentire Peninsula and Polly Joke Beach Walk is a great option for you to get out and experience Cornwall.

    Setting out from the car park, you will head to the northwest and skirt around the edge of West Pentire village, before arriving at the water’s edge. From here, you will continue on to the northwest in order to traverse the scenic landscape of the West Pentire Peninsula. As you make your way around the headland, you will enjoy some stunning views looking out onto the Cornish Sea.

    After rounding the point, you will make your way to the southwest along the edge of Porth Joke, where you will enjoy some calming views across the sandy expanse of Polly Joke Beach. Once you have passed by the beach, the trail will turn to the southeast along a stream, before completing the final leg of the walk in a northward direction that will bring you back to the car park.

    Getting to the West Pentire Peninsula and Polly Joke Beach Walk Trailhead

    The trailhead for the West Pentire Peninsula and Polly Joke Beach Walk can be found at the Polly Joke car park in West Pentire.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      Porth Joke Camping Site

    • When to do

      Year-Round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Circuit

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