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Colona Beach

Beach

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Cliffs

Walking, Swimming, Photography, Picnicking

Spring to Autumn

Philip Halling / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Colona Beach is a small, secluded cove on the south Cornwall coast, between Portmellon and Gorran Haven near Chapel Point. Shingle covers it at high tide, with more sand showing as the water drops, and rock platforms and pools edge the shore. It can be reached only on foot along the coast path, with...

10

Parking nearby

0

Food Spots nearby

2

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

Captain's Cabin, Polgooth Inn Glamping Pod

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

Nearest Hidden Gem 3

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Colona Beach?
Cornwall holds this quiet sandy spot right on its southern coastline. Walkers usually discover the cove while exploring the coastal path from nearby villages.

What type of place is Colona Beach?
Colona Beach is a small sandy cove on the South Cornwall coast.

When is the best time to visit Colona Beach?
Spring through to autumn offers the most pleasant weather for a proper coastal walk down to the shore. Checking the tide timetables before setting off remains essential because the sea completely covers the sand at high tide.

What can you do at Colona Beach?
Relaxing on the golden sand provides a perfect escape from the noisy modern world. People also enjoy swimming in the clear turquoise water and exploring the rocky outcrops at the edge of the bay.

How long should I spend at Colona Beach?
Allocating a couple of hours allows enough time to enjoy a peaceful picnic and explore the caves. A longer stay suits anyone wanting to combine the beach visit with a full day of hiking.

Where do I park at Colona Beach?
A total of ten spaces exist nearby, providing four day and six overnight spots for your vehicle. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Colona Beach?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Colona Beach, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Colona Beach?
Captain's Cabin and Polgooth Inn Glamping Pod offer two options in the surrounding area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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