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St Michael’s Mount

Marazion, United Kingdom

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A tidal island crowned by a castle and chapel, reached on foot along a causeway at low tide or by small boat when the tide is in. Park in Marazion and book castle tickets online in summer.

Nearest town
Marazion, United Kingdom
Category
History & culture
GPS
50.1170, -5.4775
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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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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Higher PentreathCampsite
    6 km from St Michael’s Mount
    TentsCaravansShowersToilets
  • Higher Penderleath Caravan & Camping ParkMotorhome stopover
    8 km from St Michael’s Mount
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricity
  • Riviere SandsMotorhome stopover
    10 km from St Michael’s Mount
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
  • Beachside Holiday ParkCampsite
    10 km from St Michael’s Mount
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
  • St Ives Bay Holiday ParkCampsite
    11 km from St Michael’s Mount
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
  • Trevedra FarmCampsite
    15 km from St Michael’s Mount
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi

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

FAQs

Where is St Michael’s Mount?

St Michael’s Mount is in Marazion, United Kingdom, at GPS 50.1170, -5.4775. It is about 4 km from Penzance.

Can you camp near St Michael’s Mount?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Wheal Rodney, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 99 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass St Michael’s Mount?

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

What is there to see near St Michael’s Mount?

Places worth a stop nearby: Minack Theatre (15 km), Land’s End (18 km), Kynance Cove (24 km) and Lizard Point (26 km).

When is the best time to visit St Michael’s Mount?

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)