Beacon on the Coast

Loop from St Agnes up St Agnes Beacon, down to Chapel Porth and round St Agnes Head to Trevaunance Cove.

Terrain

Good paths, tracks and lanes, with a couple of climbs but nothing very steep.

Dogs

Passes a dog-friendly beach and pubs. Keep dogs close near livestock and cliff edges.

Start: St Agnes, Car Park at Trelawny Road, TR5 0TP. Directions to the start

Route, map and full directions: South West Coast Path Association. Summary in our own words, checked 27 October 2026. Paths, tides and conditions change, so check the route before you go.

Council beach rules near this walk

These are council rules and take priority over anything above.

• Chapel Porth BeachDogs banned 1 July to 31 August, 10am to 6pm
• Porthtowan BeachDogs banned 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm