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Discover the best trails for hiking in Cornwall

When it comes to hiking in Cornwall, you’re in for a treat, thanks to the county’s incredibly varied landscape. From dramatic coastal cliffs to the enchanting greenery of its forests, there are so many walks in Cornwall to uncover here.

If you’re after wildlife spotting opportunities during a Cornwall hike, a walk through the Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve is a must. Bosveal, a National Trust hiking area, is also packed with wildlife and varying trails for you to enjoy!

Prefer spectacular coastal views during a walk? Be sure to venture along the trail between the South West Coast Path to Bre-Pen – National Trust. Or, venture along the cliff-top hike from Bude town to Compass Point.

Up for a challenge? Be sure to give the rural hike of Cadson Bury Hill Fort – National Trust a go!

Uncover the best hikes in Cornwall below…

  • Becky Falls
    Image Credits: Nigel Cox - (CC BY-SA 2.0)

    Becky Falls Dartmoor

    Becky Falls Ancient Woodland Park
    Manaton
    Newton Abbot
    Devon
    TQ13 9UG

    01647 221259

    Visitors can explore the walks and waterfalls at Devon’s top beauty spot as well as indulge in snacks and cakes at the on-site café.

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  • butterflies in cornwall

    Bissoe Valley Nature Reserve

    Gwennap
    Truro
    Cornwall
    TR4 8RA

    01872273939

    An old Cornish mine turned nature reserve, visitors can view this fine example of creative conservation work while spotting rarely seen butterflies.

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  • Bossiney, St Nectan's Glen and Rocky Valley

    Bossiney, St Nectan’s Glen and Rocky Valley

    Bossiney
    Tintagel
    PL34 0AX

    Explore woodland, a waterfall and coastal views on this moderately challenging walk from Bossiney to Rocky Valley.

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  • Bluebell wood

    Bosveal National Trust

    Bosveal
    near Mawnan Smith
    Falmouth
    Cornwall
    TR11 5JR

    01326 252020

    Discover woodland valleys, secluded coves and the sheltered shores of the Helford River at Bosveal.

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  • Monarch Butterfly

    Cabilla and Redrice Woods CWT Reserve

    Cabilla and Redrice Woods CWT Reserve
    Bodmin
    Cornwall
    PL30 4EQ

    01872 273939

    77 hectares of ancient woodland where animals graze and visitors can navigate trails around rivers and wetland.

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  • Cadson Bury
    Image Credits: Tony Atkin - (CC BY-SA 2.0)

    Cadson Bury Hill Fort National Trust

    Cadson Bury Hill Fort National Trust
    St Ives
    Callington
    PL17 7HL

    Complete this hill walk to the Iron Age univallate hillfort at its peak and panoramic woodland views.  

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  • Bedruthan Steps

    Carnewas at Bedruthan Steps

    Carnewas at Bedruthan
    Padstow
    Cornwall
    PL27 7UW

    01637 860563

    Blow off the cobwebs with a walk along this ruggedly beautiful stretch of coastal land and explore the legend of Bedruthan Steps.

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  • Carvannel Downs

    Carvannel Downs
    Camborne
    Cornwall
    R14 0HE

    Head to Carvannel Downs for breath-taking views and a legendary sea cave.

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  • Forest

    Carwinion Wood

    Carwinion Wood
    Carwinion Ln
    Mawnan Smith
    Falmouth
    TR11 5JB

    Discover a diverse range of plants and trees as you stroll through Carwinion Wood, with everything from old oaks to ferns inhabiting this natural beauty spot.

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  • Churchtown Farm

    Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve
    Saltash
    Cornwall
    PL12 4AS

    07866 430086

    Located on the edge of Saltash, this nature reserve is the ideal spot for peaceful walks and views of local rivers and creeks.

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