The Lizard coastal walk
This trail around the Lizard Peninsula, the most southerly tip of mainland Britain, takes in dramatic cliff scenery, rare wildflowers and an interesting coastal history.
Total steps: 9
Total steps: 9
Start point
Kynance Cove, grid ref: SW703125
Step 1
Set out from Kynance Cove, heading towards Lizard Point. Take the steps out of the cove at the east end of the beach.
Step 2
Walk up the hill from the beach and through the car park where you can rejoin the coast path.
Step 3
Follow the cliff path, passing above Pentreath beach. Continue along the coast path taking in some of the coastal views along the route.
Step 4
Look down towards the disused Victorian lifeboat station at Polpeor Cove.
Step 5
Continue on to Lizard Lighthouse, which is just round the headland from Lizard Point.
Step 6
Continue on to Lions Den, a 39ft (12m) hole in the cliff created when a cave collapsed one night in the mid-1800s.
Step 7
Follow the trail to Pen Olver. With its stunning views it's the perfect spot for a picnic.
Step 8
From Bass Point Old Signal Station, head left inland to Lizard village.
Step 9
Pass the village green taking a path back towards Kynance Cove.
End point
Kynance Cove, grid ref: SW703125
Trail map
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Kynance Cove, The Lizard, Nr. Helston, Cornwall, TR12 7PJ
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