Walk - Portreath to Hayle
11.7 miles (18.8 km)
Portreath Hayle
Moderate - Moderate
After leaving Portreath the Coast Path follows the cliffs with some beautiful views of rocky coves, such as the wonderfully named Ralph’s Cupboard, apparently a favoured smugglers spot for stashing loot. After just a couple of steep climbs the Path soon levels and walking becomes fairly straightforward. As you follow the sheer cliffs, surrounded by brightly coloured spring and summertime flowers, such as blue sheep’s bit, primroses and yellow rattle, look down to the contrastingly raw, jagged reefs below.
Seals are a common sight around the waters of Godrevy and Gwithian and sunfish and basking sharks have been spotted from the North Cliffs. The dunes behind the spectacular beach which stretches from Godrevy Point to the entrance of the Hayle estuary are also rich with wildlife.

Loggans Lodge
Loggans Lodge has 3 en-suite bedrooms equipped with Tea/Coffee facilities, fridge, TV, safe, hairdryer. Close to bars, restaurants, take-aways and a supermarket

3 Rew An Borthva
Whole luxury townhouse appartment, sea views. Discount available to Coast Path Members

Beachpads
Three Individual Properties directly on the SW Coastal Route. Sleeps 1 -22. Out of school holiday and summer season single night single bedroom stays available.

Polmanter Touring Park
We offer the perfect base to explore West Cornwall offering award-winning camping facilities and 4 luxury holiday properties

Boskerris Hotel
Located in Carbis Bay, Boskerris hotel is a family run oasis. We have 15 individually decorated bedrooms, most of which with an outstanding panoramic ocean views.

Cohort St Ives

Portreath Arms

The Cove Café
Tranquil spot to enjoy fresh food from Cornish producers with iconic view, prepared by award winning cookery school owner, Rupert Cooper. Breakfast & lunches - check website/socials for evening openings/events

Flapjackery St Ives
Lifeboat Inn
Warm rooms & apartments with free Wi-Fi in a down-to-earth pub featuring harbour views.

Portreath Arms Hotel
The Portreath Arms is a family owned and run Bar, Restaurant and Hotel located in the centre of the village. The menu features good home cooked food with ever changing specials and daily locally caught fish dishes

Escape to the Sauna
Escape to the Sauna in Hayle offers a wood-fired beachside sauna with estuary views, blending nature and relaxation for a rejuvenating, unique escape by the sea.

Bys Vyken Events
Bys Vyken Events are a Cornish trail race company that bring Cornwall to life through their races

Royal Buses
Local Bus Operator offering Day Trips throughout Cornwall including from 29th October 2024 a South West Coast Path walk every Sunday.