Walks
With sea views, wooded valleys and peaceful creeks, Falmouth is made for walking. Explore our favourite routes, from easy coastal strolls to more adventurous hikes, and discover Cornwall on foot, one stunning view at a time.
Town centre to Pendennis Castle
Time: 30–70 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Stroller-friendly: Yes
Type: Coastal with sea views
Lunch stop: Gylly Beach Café
Starting in Falmouth town centre, this walk follows the coast to Castle Beach and continues along the road to Pendennis Castle. For a longer loop, carry on around Pendennis Point for sweeping views over the bay and back towards town. It’s a great introduction to Falmouth’s waterfront with lots of scenery in a short time.
4 Beach Coastal Walk
Time: 1 hour one way
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal with sea views
Lunch stop: Gylly Café or Life's a Beach Café
A classic stretch of coast, this walk links four beaches in one scenic route. Starting at Castle Beach, follow the coast path past Gyllyngvase and Swanpool, finishing at Maenporth. It’s varied and full of sea views, with plenty of places to pause for a swim or a snack.
The Roseland Peninsula
Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal and countryside
Lunch stop: Hotel Tresanton
Take the ferry from Falmouth to St Mawes, then follow the lanes and coastal footpaths up past the castle and through beautiful countryside. The walk ends at St Just-in-Roseland, home to a peaceful creekside church and tranquil gardens.
Mylor to Restronguet Creek
Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Riverside and estuary
Lunch stop: Pandora Inn
A gentle, estuary-side walk with big skies and calm water. Start in Mylor and trace the shoreline to Restronguet Creek, where the waterside Pandora Inn makes the perfect halfway stop. Quiet and ideal for a relaxing stroll.
Flushing circular walk
Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Stroller-friendly: Partially (village paths yes; coast path no)
Type: Coastal with sea views
Lunch stop: Harbour House or The Royal Standard
A gentle circular walk from the picturesque village of Flushing. Head along the coast for views across the harbour to Falmouth, then return through leafy lanes and quiet footpaths. A local favourite for good reason.
Trebah Garden to Helford Passage Beach
Time: 1–1.5 hours return (plus time in garden or pub)
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No (steep, uneven paths)
Type: Garden, coast, and riverside
Lunch stop: The Ferry Boat Inn
Wander through Trebah’s exotic garden paths and descend to Durgan Beach, a tiny, hidden spot on the Helford River. It’s a short walk but full of natural beauty, perfect for a quiet paddle or picnic before heading back uphill.
Enys Gardens & woodland loop
Time: 1 hour
Difficulty: Easy–moderate
Stroller-friendly: Partially (some uneven paths)
Type: Inland countryside
Lunch stop: Harbour House
Start at Enys Gardens and explore the woodland trails surrounding the estate. In spring, the bluebell fields are breathtaking. Quiet and peaceful, this is a lovely nature-filled walk with benches to stop along the way.
Mawnan Smith to Helford Passage
Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Inland lanes and coastal views
Lunch stop: The Ferry Boat Inn
This inland-to-coast walk begins in the pretty village of Mawnan Smith and winds through countryside and woodland to the banks of the Helford River. A tranquil trail ending at a scenic riverside pub.
The Lizard Circular Walk
Time: 2–2.5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal with dramatic sea views
Lunch stop: Wavecrest Café
Begin in Lizard village and follow the coastal path to Kynance Cove, famous for its turquoise waters and striking rocks. Continue on to Lizard Point before looping back inland through open fields. Wild and beautiful from start to finish.
Porthcurno to Pedn Vounder & Logan Rock
Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal and cliff
Lunch stop: Logan Rock Inn
From the golden sands of Porthcurno, this walk heads west along the coast to the secluded cove of Pedn Vounder and the rocky headland of Logan Rock. A remote-feeling route packed with natural drama and breathtaking views.
Godrevy to Hell’s Mouth
Time: 1.5 hours return
Difficulty: Easy–moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Coastal with clifftop views
Lunch stop: Godrevy Cafe or Lulu's Shack
An open and airy cliff walk that starts near Godrevy Café and heads north to the dramatic Hell’s Mouth. Keep your eyes peeled for seals below as you follow the path along the clifftops. A refreshing route with far-reaching views.
St Agnes Beacon loop
Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Hill and coast views
Lunch stop: The Tap House
Climb to the top of St Agnes Beacon for sweeping views over both of Cornwall’s coastlines. The loop includes moorland paths and old mining terrain, giving a real sense of the area’s natural and industrial heritage.
Trelissick woodland walk & ferry loop
Time: 1–1.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Stroller-friendly: Partially (main estate paths accessible; woodland trails uneven)
Type: Riverside, woodland, and garden
Lunch stop: Trelissick Garden Café
Explore the trails around the Trelissick estate, taking in woodland, open parkland, and estuary views. Drop down to the King Harry Ferry before looping back up for lunch or tea at the garden café. Calm, scenic, and very Cornish.
Frenchman’s Creek circular
Time: 1.5–2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Stroller-friendly: No
Type: Woodland, riverside
Lunch stop: Shipwright Arms
Set off from Helford Village and trace the riverbanks and woods around the quiet reaches of Frenchman’s Creek. This peaceful loop feels like stepping into a storybook, one that inspired Daphne du Maurier’s writing.