Located in Cornwall, Mawgan Porth is a popular beach for locals and tourists alike. It is known for its clear blue waters, picturesque cliff backdrop, and variety of water sports activities (from surfing to kayaking).
Mawgan Porth beach has a number of facilities nearby such as toilets, eateries, and shops, and creates a family friendly environment for all ages to relax and enjoy the sun. It has been awarded the Blue Flag status for its cleanliness and environmental management.
Although Mawgan Porth beach offers a fantastic coastal experience with its natural beauty and range of activities available, as with any beach it also comes with it’s dangers. It is the mission of Mawgan Porth SLSC to spread awareness of these dangers, and educate visitors on methods to improve their water safety.
If you find yourself in trouble, call 999.
Mawgan Porth is fortunate to be serviced by the Atlantic swell, which creates a full range of wave formations. This is influenced by the wind direction, and if you are not proficient in the ocean you should always seek advice from a member of the SLS club.
Mawgan Porth has sporadic currents that run from the right and left hand side of the beach. You should never swim by the river on the left hand side as you look out to sea, and we always strongly advise to only enter the water when lifeguarded.
Like all the Cornish coast, Mawgan Porth has both neap and spring tides which benefit significant changes in height of the foreshore. A high tide at Mawgan Porth around the 6 o'clock time will invariably mean a spring tide, which offers little beach.
Cornwall is blessed with a variety of sea life. Dolphins and seals have often been spotted.
Mawgan Porth Beach is located mid-way between Newquay and Padstow on the North Cornish coast line.
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