Porthkidney Sands

Short, easy walk beside the railway high above St Ives Bay to Porthkidney Sands.

Terrain

Little climbing, but exposed to sea winds.

Dogs

Porthkidney Sands is a dog-friendly beach. Keep dogs close near livestock and cliff edges.

Start: Carbis Bay Station, TR26 2NN. 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.

• Carbis Bay BeachDogs banned 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Porthminster BeachDogs banned 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• St Ives Harbour BeachDogs banned 1 July to 31 August, 10am to 6pm
• Porthgwidden BeachDogs banned 1 July to 31 August, 10am to 6pm
• Porthmeor BeachDogs banned 15 May to 30 September, 10am to 6pm
• Hayle EstuaryDogs banned all year
• Carnsew PoolDogs banned all year
• Copperhouse PoolDogs banned all year