About Carlyon Bay
About Carlyon Bay in Fowey
It is part of Cornwall’s coast offering — useful for swim, surf, sandcastle days, or a cliff-top walk depending on the stretch. Tide, wind, and lifeguard cover change through the year. It also sits within easy reach of the wider Fowey area, so it works well as part of a longer Cornish itinerary rather than a single stop.
Finding Carlyon Bay
Address listed: Gannet Dr, St Austell, Saint Austell PL25 3BG, UK. Check the map pin for access, then plan parking and dog rules before you go. Water quality and surf conditions are worth a same-day look in season. If you are comparing options, browse more beaches across Cornwall, then jump back to Fowey when you are ready.
Nearby in Fowey and Cornwall
From the shore it is easy to link to nearby food and drink, accommodation, and more beaches along the Cornish coast. On Cornish.co.uk you can move from this page to maps, walks, and related listings without leaving the county focus that makes planning simpler.
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Walks near here
Coastal paths and inland loops within reach of this spot.
- Coastal Fowey Hall Walk, Lantic Bay Uneven footpaths with some short and steep climbs. Benches are regularly spaced between Bodinnick and Polruan. Two ferry crossings are required to… Trail guide →
- Coastal Polruan to Polperro rollercoaster walk, Lansallos Coast path, narrow and stony in places, with some steep ascent and descent including flights of steps. Trail guide →
- Inland Hall Walk Named walking route from OpenStreetMap (foot). Trail guide →
- Inland Covington walk in the Fowey estuary, Mid and SE Cornwall Named walking route from OpenStreetMap (foot). Trail guide →
- Coastal Blackbottle Rock picnic walk, Lantic Bay This walk takes you across some uneven ground and gentle inclines. There are also a few steps. Be aware of cliff edges… Trail guide →
