St Ives to Zennor Coastal Path
St Ives, Cornwall · South West
Quick answer
The St Ives to Zennor section of the South West Coast Path is an 8-mile challenging clifftop walk with dramatic Atlantic views. Best suited to fit medium and large dogs. Return by taxi or pre-arranged transport from Zennor as this is a linear route.
Walk Starting Point
Distance
8 miles
Time
3h - 4h
Difficulty
Off-lead
Yes
Stiles
2
Parking
Available
Nearest pub
The Tinner Arms, Zennor
Dog-friendly stops nearby
The Tinner Arms, Zennor is the nearest dog-friendly pub to this walk. Browse dog-friendly pubs →
About this walk
One of the finest stretches of the South West Coast Path, this linear walk from St Ives to the ancient village of Zennor offers dramatic clifftop scenery, wild Atlantic views and the feeling of a genuine adventure. The terrain is rugged and the route is demanding -- this is a walk for fit dogs and owners.
Walk highlights
- ✦Dramatic clifftop scenery
- ✦Wild Atlantic ocean views
- ✦Ancient Zennor village and church
- ✦Seal spotting opportunities
Terrain
🗓 Seasonal notes
Summer weekends are extremely busy on the first section out of St Ives. Spring and autumn offer solitude and ideal conditions. Winter storms create dramatic scenes but paths can be dangerous.
🅿️ Parking
Pay and display at St Ives Trenwith car park
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