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A former pilchard port on the Lizard's quieter eastern shore, Porthallow is a peaceful shingle cove where a few fishing boats still pull up on the beach. It is best known as the official halfway point of the South West Coast Path, marked by a granite monument above the sand.
Beach and cove guide
A simple guide to the feel of the place, how to arrive, and what to keep in mind before you go.
Porthallow is the kind of place where the day is shaped by simple things: tide, weather, a picnic, and time to notice the coast properly.
Families, beach days, coast paths, rock pools and relaxed exploring.
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Plan the final walk from the car park and check whether the beach is easy with pushchairs, tired legs or beach bags.
A useful read before visiting with children, especially for tides, paths, facilities and simple beach expectations.
Look up tide times, swimming guidance and weather before you go, especially on wilder beaches.
Read straight through, or use the planning notes above to shape an easier coastal day.
Like many of the coastal villages around Cornwall, Porthallow was once a busy fishing port where pilchards were the main catch. A few fishing boats still remain at Porthallow and it is also popular amongst anglers who fish from the rocks on each end of the beach.
The beach itself is quite shingly and is backed by a large car park so access is easy.
Sea Fishing in this area
This area is big bass country. You can also catch large pollack, many mackerel, wrasse and garfish in this area.
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