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Kynance Cove - A narrow passage between the rocky headlands - geograph.org.uk - 8202830📷 Chris Gorringe, CC BY-SA 2.0
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Kynance Cove

The Lizard, United Kingdom

Nature

Turquoise water, white sand and islands of dark serpentine rock on the west side of the Lizard peninsula. The National Trust clifftop car park fills early, and most of the beach disappears at high tide.

Nearest town
The Lizard, United Kingdom
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
49.9745, -5.2317
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.

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Campsites nearby

  • Henry's CampsiteCampsite
    2 km from Kynance Cove
    Wi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Lizard Point Holiday ParkMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Kynance Cove
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Sea Acres Holiday ParkMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Kynance Cove
    Motorhomes
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Dropped Anchor Camping SiteCampsite
    16 km from Kynance Cove
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Higher PentreathCampsite
    19 km from Kynance Cove
    TentsCaravansShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Wheal RodneyMotorhome stopover
    24 km from Kynance Cove
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    OSMAdd to trip

All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Kynance Cove?

Kynance Cove is in The Lizard, United Kingdom, at GPS 49.9745, -5.2317. It is about 23 km from Falmouth.

Can you camp near Kynance Cove?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Kynance Camping, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 67 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Kynance Cove?

Kynance Cove is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cornwall’s south coast: St Michael’s Mount to Fowey.

What is there to see near Kynance Cove?

Places worth a stop nearby: Lizard Point (2 km), Pendennis Castle (23 km), St Michael’s Mount (24 km) and Minack Theatre (31 km).

When is the best time to visit Kynance Cove?

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)