Porthtowan Campsite

1 review
Plenty of space to set up
Plenty of space to set up
Sea views right outside of the main gate
Firepit with sea views
Clear route to the pitches
Plenty of space to stretch out
Grass pitches
Wide, flat pitches
Easily accessible elsan tank
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  • Laidback dog-friendly site with sea views towards St Ives
  • By the South West Coast Path, 20 minutes’ walk from Porthtowan beach
  • Space for ball games and barbecues permitted; walk to local pubs
If your idea of living the high life is relaxing on lush, green expanses of grass with sea views, pack up your things and head straight for Porthtowan Campsite. This laidback, dog-friendly site has sea views and distant vistas of St Ives and Godrevy Lighthouse. Plus, you won’t have to dream of the sand for too long, as Porthtowan beach is only 20 minutes’ walk away along the South West Coast Path… That’s right – the South West Coast Path conveniently passes by the entrance to the site. Porthtowan beach is a welcome reward for even such a short stroll, as it has a surf shop providing lessons, surfboard hire and beach yoga, along with a beach café and a beach shop. There are three acres in total at Porthtowan Campsite. It’s a small set-up, so nice and peaceful, and barbecues are very kindly permitted for those wanting to make the most of any balmy evenings. Kids have plenty of space to look for wildlife or play ball games, as the flat meadow is surrounded by low-level stone walls. There’s also a chemical disposal point and rubbish bins. There are no other facilities on site, but the village and Rudruth, 15 minutes’ drive away, should have what you need for food and drink supplies or larger shops. Laidback, beachside Porthtowan village has two family-friendly pubs highly recommended by the site; one, 20 minutes’ walk away, has a sandy play park, sea views and serves seafood and seasonal dishes. Ask about the other spot too, which has sublime sunsets, sea views and a fab menu. In the village, there’s a well-stocked village shop, a popular fish and chip shop and an ice cream parlour - how spoilt for choice you’ll be. The beach café often hosts themed evenings and sells breakfasts, lunches, coffee and other drinks.

Campground type

Caravan sites 5
RV & Motorhome sites 5
Opens

Languages spoken

English

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Features

No dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Restaurant nearby Surf school nearby

Location

Porthtowan Campsite

Jolly's Lane

Porthtowan

Cornwall

England

TR4 8AX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.2806°N
-5.24859°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.5 km Railway Station
5.5 km Alma Place
6.2 km Cornwall College
Rail
5.5 km Redruth Rail Station
8.6 km Camborne Rail Station
12.1 km Perranwell Rail Station
Ferry
17.2 km Trelisick Ferry Landing
17.3 km Ponsharden Ferry Landing
17.4 km Tolverne Ferry Landing
Airport
25.4 km Newquay St Mawgan Airport
25.6 km Penzance Airport
35.9 km Land's End St Just Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Don’t start up the car just yet, as there’s plenty to do with just your trainers or walking boots on. Set out over the South West Coast Path. Going north, it’ll guide you to St Agnes Head’s gorse and heather headland (otherwise 15 minutes’ drive) or south to Portreath (otherwise 10 minutes), which has a pretty valley and a beach popular with surfers. From Porthtowan beach (20 minutes’ walk), it’s a lovely low-tide beach stroll to stunning Chapel Porth beach. This spot, enclosed by a mining valley, is popular with those who like a wilder shore with fewer crowds. Alternatively, make your way to the larger towns of St Ives (half an hour’s drive) or Penzance (45 minutes). St Ives’ art galleries and surfing beaches have a fierce reputation. And don’t forget about the rainforest biomes of Eden Project (an hour) either…

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Porthtowan 0.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Chapel Porth 2.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Portreath 3.9 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Trevaunance Cove 5.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Perranporth 10.1 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 6 km

Truro Cathedral 14.1 km

Lappa Valley Steam Railway 17.3 km

Tate St Ives 18.2 km

Fistral Beach 18.8 km

National Trust

Cornish Mines and Engines 6 km

Godrevy 11.4 km

Trelissick Garden 16.8 km

Godolphin 17.7 km

Trerice 18.9 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Porth Towan - Towan Cross - Chapel Porth 0.9 km

Circular walk Portreath - Tehidy Country Park - Reskajeage Downs - Coastal Path 3.8 km

St Agnes Beacon 4.1 km

Hell's Mouth 7.4 km

Hanover 7.7 km

Local events

  • Boardmasters (Wednesday 6 August 2025 – Wednesday 6 August 2025)

    Newquay, England 22.8 km

  • Eden Sessions (Thursday 12 June 2025 – Thursday 12 June 2025)

    Par, England 36.9 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see site type section for details

Reviews

10

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It was a field. Perfect…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Porthtowan Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Porthtowan Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Porthtowan Campsite? Don’t start up the car just yet, as there’s plenty to do with just your trainers or walking boots on. Set out over the South West Coast Path. Going north, it’ll guide … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Porthtowan Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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