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The Camel Trail – The Camel Trail loop from Polzeath

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The Camel Trail – The Camel Trail loop from Polzeath

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The Camel Trail – The Camel Trail loop from Polzeath

05:21

72.6km

990m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

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Cornwall National Landscape

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8.59 km

Port Isaac Village

Highlight • Settlement

Port Isaac is a lovely, quaint fishing village on the north coast of Cornwall. You have probably heard of it as it features in the Doc Martin TV series and is the home of the famous sea shanty group the Fishermen's Friends.

Along this rugged part of the coast, Port Isaac provides a sheltered port for fishing boats and once a bustling port.

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9.39 km

Port Gaverne Beach

Beach

41.0 km

Great Shell Wood

Forest

43.6 km

The Camel Trail

Highlight • River

Winding 30 miles (48 km) from Bodmin Moor to the sea, the River Camel is a beautiful stretch of water in Cornwall. The Camel Trail runs along stretches of the river, making it even more enjoyable for cyclists. The river is a haven for birds and other animals thanks to its varied habitats. Look out for peregrine falcons, kingfishers, and even bottlenose dolphins.

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45.7 km

The Camel Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Camel Trail is 17 miles (27 km) long and runs from Padstow to Wenford Bridge. An old railway line, it is level and firm and largely either downhill or flat if you start in Padstow. Although there are some undulations, it is ideal for families or less experienced cyclists.

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47.9 km

Waterfall on the River

Highlight • Viewpoint

get off the bike and descend next to the bike path and enjoy

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49.5 km

Boscarne Junction Heritage Railway Station

Highlight • Historical Site

Built during the Victorian era, in the late 19th century, this lovely railway station connected two railways: the Great Western Railway and the Bodmin and Wadebridge Railway. The station ceased to be used in the 1980s but was brought back to life in the 90s, to serve as a heritage station.

Today, you can book a ride on a steam train and take a journey back through history. The Camel Trail passes alongside the junction and the Land's End Trail passes just the other side of the river.

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50.3 km

Camel Trail Tea Garden

Highlight • Restaurant

Lovely little cafe right on the Camel Trail, serving good selection of hot food, cakes, sandwiches, coffee, beer and wine.

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51.2 km

Camel Valley Vineyard

Highlight • Viewpoint

The husband and wife duo Bob and Annie first planted vines on the sun-drenched hills of their farm in 1989. They have gone on to win international awards for their Cornish wines. You can visit the vineyard to learn more about their wines on a tour, or simply soak up the atmosphere from the terrace. Tours cost £9.50 including a glass of wine. The vineyard is open from 10am - 5pm Monday - Saturday, and closed on Sundays.

You can find more information, here: camelvalley.com

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54.7 km

Gaff Wood

Forest

57.8 km

Wadebridge Town Centre

Highlight • Cycleway

Small, picturesque town in north Cornwall. The city lies on the River Camel, at the beginning of the estuary that ultimately flows into the Atlantic.
Definitely worth a detour - easily accessible via the A39.

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72.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

52.0 km

18.1 km

1.33 km

589 m

554 m

Surfaces

31.5 km

24.0 km

15.9 km

735 m

513 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (280 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

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The Camel Trail – The Camel Trail loop from Polzeath

Port Isaac Village

The Camel Trail

The Camel Trail

Waterfall on the River

Boscarne Junction Heritage Railway Station

Camel Trail Tea Garden

Camel Valley Vineyard

Wadebridge Town Centre

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