Circular walk around Port Isaac and Port Gaverne

Port Isaac

A short circular walk in Doc Martin Country including the pretty fishing village of Port Isaac and the historic beach of Port Gaverne with birds-eye views over the harbour.

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either as a GPS-guided walk with our app (£3.29) or a PDF of directions (£2.79) Example of directions

The walk starts at the cliff-top car park in Port Isaac and descends to Port Gaverne, then follows the valley behind Port Gaverne and climbs through farmland to the top of the hill where there are excellent views over the valley and Port Gaverne. The route then descends into the neighbouring valley and crosses Roscarrock Hill, following the coast path around Lobber Point to Port Isaac, with magnificent views of the harbour. The walk returns past Port Isaac harbour and through the village then via the cliffs overlooking Port Isaac.

Highlights

  • Historic fishing village and harbour of Port Isaac
  • Spectacular coastal views from Pine Haven and Lobber Point
  • Port Gaverne beach - sandy at low tide
  • Collection of historic photos in Port Gaverne Hotel
  • Views of rolling countryside from Roscarrock hill and near Trewetha
  • Restaurants, pubs and shops in Port Isaac

Considerations

  • The fields above Lobber Point are grazed by cattle and the mud gets churned-up in winter. Wellies are a good idea when the ground is soft, mainly for these muddy fields.
  • Note that most coastal walks in Cornwall have paths close to unfenced cliffs.

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Vital statistics

  • OS Explorer: 106
  • Distance: 3.3 miles/5.3 km
  • Steepness grade: Moderate-strenuous
  • Recommended footwear: Walking boots, or trainers in summer. Wellies after prolonged wet weather.
  • Pub: ✓
  • Café: ✓

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Pubs on or near the route

  • The Golden Lion
  • The Port Gaverne Hotel

Alternative walks

either as a GPS-guided walk with our app (£3.29) or a PDF of directions (£2.79) Example of directions

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