Porth Kidney beach
Porthkidney Sands stretch for approximately a mile from the mouth of the River Hayle in Lelant to Hawk's Point in Carbis Bay. At low tide, the beach can also stretch almost a mile out to sea. Due to the very flat beach, the tide comes in very fast indeed. If you are attempting to walk across the beach to the point and the tide starts to race in, then head straight to the dunes. Paths lead from the dunes to the coast path which runs alongside the railway line and you can continue this way to the point. Note that the dunes are sometimes used by naturists.
- Tide times
- Beach info
- Map
- Dogs: allowed all year
Walks visiting Porth Kidney beach
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4.3 miles/7 km - Moderate
Lelant to St Ives
Lelant to St Ives
4.3 miles/7 km - Moderate
A one-way walk to St Ives along the beaches from Lelant including the vast expanse of Porthkidney Sands, Carbis Bay and Porthminster Beach using the train or bus to make the route almost circular.
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4.8 miles/7.7 km - Moderate
Lelant Saltings to Carbis Bay
Lelant Saltings to Carbis Bay
4.8 miles/7.7 km - Moderate
A circular walk from Lelant following St Michael's Way along the vast stretch of beach from Porthkidney Sands to Carbis Bay, with views over St Ives Bay on the return route.
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