Maenporth Beach (Cornwall)

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Maenporth beach is a sandy beach with shallow waters and rock pools at low tide.
Popular for sailing, surfing, SUP, diving and coastal walks.
Facilities include parking, cafe, toilets, slipway and surf rescue at weekends although no RNLI lifeguards.
We have no dog information for Maenporth beach.
We have no current information on dog restrictions for Maenporth Beach.
Why not check other beaches nearby as we have no beaches around Falmouth, 215 beaches in Cornwall, or check our list of Cornwall Dog Friendly Beaches.
Beach Water Quality
Water samples are taken at regular intervals during the bathing season and at the end of the season the water quality is classified as:
- Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
- Good: generally good water quality
- Sufficient: meets minimum standards
- Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
Tides
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