Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove
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- Wild camping five minutes' walk from Trevaunance Cove
- Wheal Coates and Perranporth within a 10-minute drive
- Dog-friendly pitches; village pubs, bakery and shop a few mins' walk
When the surroundings are this spectacular, you don’t need to add lots of bells and whistles to make it a wonderful place to stay. As the name promises, Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove is about five minutes’ walk from the gorgeous beach at Trevaunance Cove on the north Cornwall coast.
The coast is so close here that you’ll be able to spend the evenings watching the sun set into the sea as you tend your barbecue and the mornings sipping your coffee while you gaze out at the crashing waves beyond. And, of course, you’ll be able to nip down to the beach whenever you fancy it – it’s a popular spot for surfers, families and dog walkers (dogs are allowed on the beach all year but need to be kept under control).
Trevaunance Cove is a fabulous little spot, but (as you may have heard), there are rather a lot of those along the Cornish coast. You’ll be able to take in some of the nearby seaside scenery with a walk along the South West Coast Path, which you can pick up just by the cove, or get in the car for outings to places like Newquay and St Ives (on the north coast) or Falmouth and surrounds (on the south coast) – all within a half-hour drive.
As a wild-style campsite, this is a simple place where the only facilities are portable toilets in the field (please note that means you’ll need to bring your own water for drinking and washing). The local village of St Agnes is just a few minutes’ walk away for pubs, cafés, a village shop and an excellent bakery.
Campground type
50Opens July 3
This park has no on-site shower facilities.
At least one of the party members must be aged 16 or over.- Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, Jul 3 to
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Features
Portable toilet
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No running water Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Medium (26-50 sites)Accessibility
Accessible parking at siteNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove
Wheal Friendly Lane
St Agnes
Cornwall
England
TR5 0SP
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.31563°N
-5.20571°W
Nearest transport
Bus4.6 mi Kings Head
4.6 mi Kings Head
5.8 mi Railway Station
Rail5.8 mi Redruth Rail Station
7.2 mi Truro Rail Station
8 mi Perranwell Rail Station
Ferry10.4 mi Tolverne Ferry Landing
10.4 mi Trelisick Ferry Landing
10.5 mi Philleigh King Harry Ferry Landing
Airport12.7 mi Newquay St Mawgan Airport
18.9 mi Penzance Airport
25.3 mi 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
It’s likely that you’ll spend at least some of your time here exploring on foot. For starters, of course, you’ll want to head to Trevaunance Cove (five minutes’ walk), where you can hire surfboards and kayaks or just have a chilled-out beach day. Pick up the South West Coast Path to take you to more lovely beaches and coastal views, or head inland to climb St Agnes Beacon (about 25 minutes’ walk from the site) for some gorgeous views over both sea and countryside.
Looking to head further afield? Popular coastal spots like Perranporth (10 minutes’ drive), Newquay (25 minutes) and arty St Ives (35 minutes) can all be on the menu, or you can look out for quieter corners.
For a dip into the area’s past, check out the former tin mines at Wheal Coates (five minutes) and Cornwall Gold and Tolgus Mill (15 minutes), or head to Truro (20 minutes) to visit the cathedral. Time for some silliness? Mega Slip and Slide Cornwall (10 minutes) fits the bill nicely.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevaunance Cove | 0.4 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Chapel Porth | 1.7 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Porthtowan | 2.5 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Perranporth | 3.2 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Perranporth Penhale Sands | 3.9 mi | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Cornwall Industrial Discovery Centre 6.6 mi
Truro Cathedral 7.7 mi
Lappa Valley Steam Railway 7.9 mi
Fistral Beach 8.6 mi
Blue Reef Aquarium 8.8 mi
National Trust
Cornish Mines and Engines 6.6 mi
Trerice 8.8 mi
Godrevy 10 mi
Trelissick Garden 10.2 mi
Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps 13.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
St Agnes Beacon 1.2 mi
Hanover 1.7 mi
Porth Towan - Towan Cross - Chapel Porth 2.5 mi
Perranporth - Trevaunance Cove 3 mi
CHYVERTON PARK 5.1 mi
Local events
- Boardmasters (Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – Wednesday, August 6, 2025)
Newquay, England 11.1 mi
- Eden Sessions (Thursday, June 12, 2025 – Thursday, June 12, 2025)
Par, England 20.6 mi
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.
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- 10% off Weeknight Stay
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- 10% off August Bank Holiday Early Bird Discount
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Conditions apply - see campsite type section for details
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove? It’s likely that you’ll spend at least some of your time here exploring on foot. For starters, of course, you’ll want to head to Trevaunance Cove (five minutes’ walk), where you can … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 8 a.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Wild Camping at Trevaunance Cove? From $30.13 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.