Parking
National Trust cliff-top car park, TR12 7PJ. Spaces are limited and the approach may close when full. [1]
Directions to this parking area ↗Parking information ↗
THE BEACH
A little more about Kynance Cove
A cliff-backed cove on the Lizard, with a steep approach and a summer daytime dog restriction.
UnderfootMixed surfaceDog rulesPublished source availableSource read2026-10-25
BEFORE YOU SET OFF
Make the arrival easy.
Getting onto the beach
Allow about ten minutes down from the car park. The route is steep in places and includes steps onto the beach. [1]
Useful facilities
Tides & the shore
The beach and caves can be cut off by the rising tide. Check the return route before entering the cove. [1]
7-day tides: Lizard Point ↗A nearby reference station, not a forecast of beach access. Predictions cover the next seven days, rather than any future date selected above.
Bring drinking water and a bowl for your dog. A listed cafe does not automatically confirm that pet dogs can go inside.
Sources for arrival and facilities
- National Trust: Kynance Cove ↗Source checked
- UK Hydrographic Office: ADMIRALTY EasyTide ↗Source checked
Published visitor information, without an on-site inspection. Check current charges, opening times and entrance signs.
PLAN YOUR WALK
Walking here with your dog
- Shore and setting
- Access from the National Trust car park involves a steep walk. Check the tide before planning to explore between the rocks. [1]
Sources for these walk details
- National Trust: Kynance Cove ↗Source checked
These are published visitor details, not an on-site inspection. Check local signs, access and tide information before walking.
ANOTHER WALK NEARBY
Nearby options for your date.
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Find them on the map
Markers show beach locations. Use the linked local guidance for dog-zone boundaries.
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Dogs allowedDogs not allowed
The Lizard dog friendly beach · Rule source
Other bays in The Lizard
A little further along the coast
Sources and things to know
Rules are taken from the linked council, landowner or official visitor source. Follow the signs on site and keep dogs away from wildlife.
Dog-access guidance comes from councils, beach owners and official visitor services. Each beach page links its source and check date. Different sections may have different rules. How we check the information. Follow current signs at the beach.