Gorran Haven to Dodman Point Circular

At a Glance

Distance

7.9 km (4.9 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

2 hr 40 min

Walk Type

Coastal, Historic

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

Moderate

Livestock Risk

Moderate

Facilities

Cafe, shop and pub in Gorran Haven. Dog policies not confirmed.

Parking

Gorran Haven car park at the top of the village, pay and display.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Gorran Haven to Dodman Point Circular dog friendly?

  This is a genuinely dog-friendly walk, rated 8/10, and one of its real highlights is that all three beaches along the route — Gorran Haven, Vault Beach and Hemmick Beach — allow dogs all year round. That means your dog can swim at the start, middle and end of the 7.9km circular route, which is a rarer treat than you might think on the South West Coast Path.

• Can dogs be off lead at Gorran Haven to Dodman Point Circular?

  There's good off-lead potential on much of this walk, but two sections call for caution. The paths near Dodman Point run close to unfenced cliff edges, so keep your dog close there, and leads are recommended when crossing farmland on the return leg in case of livestock.

• What should I know before visiting Gorran Haven to Dodman Point Circular with my dog?

  The walk is graded moderate with around 250 metres of climbing, so it's worth making sure your dog is comfortable with that kind of terrain. There's little shade on the route, so bring plenty of water for both of you. The only stile is a V-shaped squeeze stile that most dogs manage without difficulty, and Gorran Haven at the start has a cafe, shop and pub, as well as a pay and display car park at the top of the village.

Gorran Haven Car Park, Canton Street, Gorran Haven, St Austell PL26 6JT

50.2405, -4.7907