The path runs along the coast on the eastern side of Mount's Bay. Pass the jagged rocks of Cudden Point to Prussia Cove, famous for its rock pools and caves as well as the smuggler John Carter, whose obsession with Frederick the Great, the King of Prussia, led to the naming of the area. Heading west will take you to Marazion.
Walk the three miles between Hayle Towans and Gwithian sands along the beach and the cliff path for some great views of the Cornish coastline around St Ives.
King-of-the-castle views from coast to coast. Tregonning Hill is steeped in history. Surveying the views across the surrounding countryside and out to sea, it is obvious why the Celts once chose this place to settle. In more recent times, Tregonning has played its part in the long-standing relationship between Cornishmen and the land, as the place where china clay was discovered in around 1745. <br><br>Start in the village of Balwest (off the A394 Helston-Penzance road) and head for the Germoe war memorial, which sits on top of remains of the Celtic settlement.
A great place to take the kids and explore this broadleaved wood. Footpaths weave their way through the woodland, a great place to explore. There's only parking for four to five cars by the main gate on the B3308.
An easy stroll around the headland and just over half a mile in length. Park at Godrevy Head car park and follow the coastal path keeping the sea on your left. Stay on the path until you reach a slight decent past Mutton Cove (no access) and then take the footpath on the right back to the car park. A great walk for children as there are beaches, a lighthouse and even occasionally a pod of dolphins who reside in St Ives Bay can be seen. There is a stile and slight incline so this walk is not suitable for pushchairs or people with impaired mobility.
Taking place throughout the year, these walking tours give a facinating insight into the history, art and people of St Ives. Tours start from The Guildhall (Visitor Information Centre) and run for appoximately 75 minutes.
This level walk runs alongside the Copperhouse tidal pool, a reminder of Hayle's heyday during the Industrial Revolution which is now home to a rich variety of birdlife. The trail, about three quarters of a mile long, goes through former GWR land which was landscaped and planted as part of Hayle's Millenium Project and won gold in the South West in Bloom competition. Go on a Sunday during the summer, when the route is closed to vehicles, to enjoy a totally traffic-free stroll.
The best starting point is from the centre of Marazion. You'll find lots of car parking available both in the car parks on the sea front and along side the road heading towards Penzance. Keeping the sea on your left follow the path along the sea front. It's a lovely flat stroll, suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs and with views across Mounts Bay and beyond. If the tide is out you can detour along the cobbles to the magical St Michaels Mount. It's a National Trust property and well worth a visit if you have the time and there's also an excellent cafe there which serves great cream teas. The Penzance train runs along the side of the path for some of the way. This is a very good walk for dogs as some of the beach is dog friendly and there's also dog friendly pubs en-route. Return the same way and enjoy the view.
Leave Porthmeor Beach behind, skirt round Clodgy Point and then head inland towards Eagles Nest, the home of the late Patrick Heron, the abstract painter whose exhilaratingly colourful work crowns the entrance hall of the Tate of the West. Make your way towards Seal Island for a display of synchronized swimming by a squad of grey seals.
Local Historian Tony Farrell leads these facinating walks around St Ives and the local area. You can either join walks around the town or arrange a customised walk to see some of the interesting archaeological remains in the far south west.
'With miles of stunning Walks near Hayle we have listed 10 of the very best Walks Hayle has to offer. Exclusively reviewed by people who have trekked them.'
2 October 2026
The path runs along the coast on the eastern side of Mount's Bay. Pass the jagged rocks of Cudden Point to Prussia Cove, famous for its rock pools and caves as well as the smuggler John Carter, whose obsession with Frederick the Great, the King of Prussia, led to the naming of the area. Heading west will take you to Marazion.
6 June 2012
Walk the three miles between Hayle Towans and Gwithian sands along the beach and the cliff path for some great views of the Cornish coastline around St Ives.
10 March 2010
King-of-the-castle views from coast to coast. Tregonning Hill is steeped in history. Surveying the views across the surrounding countryside and out to sea, it is obvious why the Celts once chose this place to settle. In more recent times, Tregonning has played its part in the long-standing relationship between Cornishmen and the land, as the place where china clay was discovered in around 1745. <br><br>Start in the village of Balwest (off the A394 Helston-Penzance road) and head for the Germoe war memorial, which sits on top of remains of the Celtic settlement.
A great place to take the kids and explore this broadleaved wood. Footpaths weave their way through the woodland, a great place to explore. There's only parking for four to five cars by the main gate on the B3308.
An easy stroll around the headland and just over half a mile in length. Park at Godrevy Head car park and follow the coastal path keeping the sea on your left. Stay on the path until you reach a slight decent past Mutton Cove (no access) and then take the footpath on the right back to the car park. A great walk for children as there are beaches, a lighthouse and even occasionally a pod of dolphins who reside in St Ives Bay can be seen. There is a stile and slight incline so this walk is not suitable for pushchairs or people with impaired mobility.
Taking place throughout the year, these walking tours give a facinating insight into the history, art and people of St Ives. Tours start from The Guildhall (Visitor Information Centre) and run for appoximately 75 minutes.
This level walk runs alongside the Copperhouse tidal pool, a reminder of Hayle's heyday during the Industrial Revolution which is now home to a rich variety of birdlife. The trail, about three quarters of a mile long, goes through former GWR land which was landscaped and planted as part of Hayle's Millenium Project and won gold in the South West in Bloom competition. Go on a Sunday during the summer, when the route is closed to vehicles, to enjoy a totally traffic-free stroll.
The best starting point is from the centre of Marazion. You'll find lots of car parking available both in the car parks on the sea front and along side the road heading towards Penzance. Keeping the sea on your left follow the path along the sea front. It's a lovely flat stroll, suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs and with views across Mounts Bay and beyond. If the tide is out you can detour along the cobbles to the magical St Michaels Mount. It's a National Trust property and well worth a visit if you have the time and there's also an excellent cafe there which serves great cream teas. The Penzance train runs along the side of the path for some of the way. This is a very good walk for dogs as some of the beach is dog friendly and there's also dog friendly pubs en-route. Return the same way and enjoy the view.
Leave Porthmeor Beach behind, skirt round Clodgy Point and then head inland towards Eagles Nest, the home of the late Patrick Heron, the abstract painter whose exhilaratingly colourful work crowns the entrance hall of the Tate of the West. Make your way towards Seal Island for a display of synchronized swimming by a squad of grey seals.
Local Historian Tony Farrell leads these facinating walks around St Ives and the local area. You can either join walks around the town or arrange a customised walk to see some of the interesting archaeological remains in the far south west.