Beach Type

Sand

Facilities

Cafes/restaurant
First aid station
Caravan site
Toilets
Disabled toilets
Camp site
Caravan site
Shops

Activities

Swimming
Sailing
Fishing
Snorkeling
Scuba diving
Surf board hire
Surfing
Canoeing
Boating
Body boarding
There is zoning for water sports

Nature and Wildlife

The South West Coast Path runs along the beach. Inland walks to Mawnan Smith. Dolphins and basking sharks are occasionally sighted. The vibrant town of Falmouth is nearby.

Parking

There is a car park by the beach. 50 spaces available. parking fee applies.

Water Quality

Good

Lifeguard

Yes

Cleaning and Litter

Cleaned daily during the bathing season. both mechanically and by hand. Litter and Dog bins present.

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed from Easter to 1st October. owners must remove their dog's waste during the rest of the year.

Location

Nearest town: Falmouth
County: Cornwall
Latitude/Longitude: 50.1246, -5.09227
Postcode: TR11 5HN
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Maenporth is just to the south of Falmouth. Follow signs from the A39.

Public Transport

None available.

Nearest Railway Stations

Penmere (Approx. 2 miles away)
Falmouth Town (Approx. 2 miles away)
Falmouth Docks (Approx. 3 miles away)
Penryn (Cornwall) (Approx. 3 miles away)
Perranwell (Approx. 7 miles away)

Tourist Information

Falmouth Tourist Information Centre. 11 Market Strand. Prince of Wales Pier. Falmouth TR11 3DF Tel 01326 312300. email falmouthtic@yahoo.co.uk

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Falmouth