Would you like to explore the best of Falmouth and the Lizard? This guidebook covers 15 of the best short walks in the area (between 4.5 and 10km, all under three hours), including St Agnes Beacon and Wheal Coates, Truro, Gwennap Pit, St Mawes, Mylor, Frenchman's Creek, Loe Pool, Cadgwith and Lizard Point.

Why choose this guidebook?

• Easy to moderate walks suitable for almost everyone
• Short climbs but no challenging terrain
• Numbered points which tie maps to clear route description
• Details of public toilets and refreshments along the route
• Route Summary Table to help you choose your walk

Cicerone’s Short Walks guidebooks contain everything you need to get outdoors and discover the best of an area. The short walks are perfect if you’re new to walking or looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. Let the adventures begin!

Map key
Overview map
Using this guide
Route summary table
INTRODUCTION
Walking in Falmouth and The Lizard
Things to see
Travel
Where to stay
The walks
1. St Agnes Beacon and Wheal Coates
2. Portreath and Tehidy Country Park
3. Truro to Malpas and St Clement
4. Gwennap Pit
5. Carn Brea
6. Trelissick and Roundwood Quay
7. St Mawes and St Just-in-Roseland
8. Flushing to Mylor Churchtown
9. Falmouth beaches and Pendennis Point
10. Roseland Ramble
11. Frenchman’s Creek
12. Penrose and Loe Bar
13. Poldhu and Halzephron Cliff
14. Cadgwith and the Devil’s Frying Pan
15. Lizard Point and Church Cove
 
Useful information
 

Seasons

This book can be enjoyed all year round: trails that are busy in July are often deserted in November, but several walks run along cliff tops and require particular care in strong winds. Some routes can be muddy.

Centres

Portreath, St Agnes, Truro, Redruth, Falmouth, St Mawes, Porthleven and Lizard

Difficulty

Cornwall is a rural county with most footpaths rough and occasionally muddy. As a county of innovators and engineers, many gates and stiles are creative and may require a clamber. Expect some ascent on most of the walks.

Must See

Beautiful, rugged cliffs above turquoise sea; towering engine houses standing silent guard over post-industrial landscapes; miles of golden sand and irresistible fishing coves; centuries-old pubs providing cosy sanctuary against coastal storms; relaxed woodland walks along quiet muddy creeks

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