Helford Passage and Dennis Head Walk
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The Helford Passage and Dennis Head Walk is a great journey along one of Cornwall’s many waterways that will produce stunning views of both a river and the sea. While out walking the trail, you will make your way along the banks of the Helford River to reach a scenic viewpoint overlooking the English Channel at Dennis Head, before making an inland return through St Anthony-in-Meneage. This is an excellent walking route for anyone with a love of waterside scenery.
Getting there
The trailhead for the Helford Passage and Dennis Head Walk can be found at the Helford Car Park, right next to the Holy Mackerel Cafe.
About
Backcountry Campground | No |
When to do | Year-Round |
Pets allowed | Yes - On Leash |
Family friendly | Older Children only |
Route Signage | Average |
Crowd Levels | Moderate |
Route Type | Circuit |
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Helford Passage and Dennis Head Walk Description
Whether you prefer lovely riverside walks or taking in the majesty of the open sea, fear not, as the Helford Passage and Dennis Head Walk will expose you to scenic viewpoints where you can appreciate views overlooking each type of waterscape.
Setting out from the car park in Helford, you will make your way east along the banks of the Helford River, taking in the views across the water as they present themselves through the intermittent tree cover. After exiting the tree cover, you will continue along the coastal terrain as the trail turns to the southeast, eventually arriving at the scenic viewpoint at Dennis Head.
Take some time here to appreciate the stunning views looking out onto the English Channel, before following the path away from the water’s edge on the inland return leg of the walk. Along this section of the route, you will pass through St Anthony-in-Meneage and visit the church of St Anthony, before traversing the forested terrain on the edge of Gillan Creek. Eventually, the route will turn to the northwest and traverse the open farmlands and forests on the return leg of the walk back to the car park.
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