Outdoor activities

Cornwall is the perfect outdoor playground for visitors who enjoy walking, running, cycling, swimming, surfing, water sports, horse riding, golf and many other outdoor activities.

Walking, running and cycling

Camel Trail

Following the old railway line between Padstow, Wadebridge, Bodmin and Wenford Bridge, the Camel Trail is an 18.3 mile traffic-free route for walkers, runners, cyclists and horse-riders. Find out more about the Camel Trail.

Bodmin Moor

There is endless moorland to explore on foot and by bike, with stunning views. Within easy access of Rivermead is Brown Willy, the highest point in Cornwall, its neighbour peaks of Rough Tor (second highest point in Cornwall), Little Rough Tor and Showery Tor (also known as Flat Cap Ned) and King Arthur’s Hall. Further afield is the well-known Cheesewring and Goldiggins Quarry near Minions village.

Siblyback Lake

Siblyback Lake has a beautiful 5km circular path adjacent to the lake which passes by the Siblyback Dam and through woodlands. The path is suitable for walkers, runners, cyclists, pushchairs and wheelchairs. Find out more about Siblyback Lake.

National Trust Lanhydrock

The Lanhydrock estate has a network of woodland cycle trails, from gentle family-friendly routes to exhilarating mountain bike descents. Find out more about National Trust Lanhydrock.

Swimming, surfing and water sports

Beaches

Swimming, surfing and other water sports are available at many of the beaches. Find out more about the local beaches.

Siblyback Lake

The Activity Centre at Siblyback Lake has various water sports activities, including kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding. Find out more about water sports at Siblyback Lake.

Horse riding

Hallegenna Horse Riding

Based just outside St Breward, on the edge of Bodmin Moor, Hallegenna offers off-road horse riding for beginners and for experienced riders. Find out more about Hallagenna Horse Riding.

Camel Trail

Horse-riders are also welcome to use the 18.3 mile traffic-free Camel Trail between Padstow, Wadebridge, Bodmin and Wenford Bridge. Find out more about the Camel Trail.

Golf

St Kew Golf Club

St Kew Golf Club is a nine-hole eighteen-tee course and driving range about three miles north of Wadebridge. Find out more about St Kew Golf Club.

Lanhydrock Hotel and Golf Club

Hidden in a sheltered wooded valley near Bodmin, Lanhydrock Hotel and Golf Club is one of the finest 18-hole courses in the South West. Find out more about Lanhydrock Hotel and Golf Club.

St Enodoc Golf Club

Situated alongside the Camel estuary on the outskirts of Rock, St Enodoc Golf Club sits amongst glorious, natural sand dunes with wonderful seaside views. Find out more about St Enodoc Golf Club.