Falmouth and Stithians Lake loop via the Helford River

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Falmouth and Stithians Lake loop via the Helford River

Hard

4.7

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riders

Falmouth and Stithians Lake loop via the Helford River

03:20

50.2km

730m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Cornwall AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.12 km

Pendennis Point

Highlight • Castle

Pendennis point provides beautiful views of the coast and is only a very short distance from busy Falmouth.

The name comes the Cornish Pen (Headland) and Dynas (Castle).

Dolphins and …

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8.11 km

Maenporth Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

This sheltered beach slopes gently into shallow and serene waters. With views of Pendennis Castle and the lighthouse on St Anthony Head, it’s a great spot to stop and watch the passing ships.

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11.8 km

Glendurgan Garden

Highlight • Forest

Glendurgan Garden is a subtropical garden and wooded valley leading to the Helford River. The garden is full of native and exotic plants, which thrive in the mild climate and …

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21.1 km

Gweek Village Green and Creekside

Highlight • River

Gweek village green is a great spot to stop for a picnic beside the creek. There are benches to sit and enjoy the creekside views. The village store is not …

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41.2 km

Woodland Avenue on Tregonning Road

Highlight • Trail

This tree-lined country lane is particularly scenic, with moss covering the trunks of the trees. No doubt you will want to stop and take photos along this section.

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50.2 km

End point

Train Station

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