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Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool

Wild Swimming Spot

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Cliffs

Swimming, Climbing

Spring to Autumn

DS Pugh / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Mermaid Pool is a natural rock pool at Kynance Cove on the Lizard in Cornwall, filled by the sea below the cliffs on the north side of the beach, near the island called Asparagus Island. Swimmers dip in the clear pool and jump from the rocks around it, reached by clambering over the rocks at low...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

3

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

Haelarcher Helicopter Glamping, The Riverside Cabin, Pol Glas Cabin

Nearest Hidden Gem 1

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool?
Cornwall holds this secret tidal spot on the craggy edge of the Lizard Peninsula. Walkers discover the basin directly opposite Asparagus Island by following the rugged coastline.

What type of place is Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool?
Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool is a natural sea pool on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall.

When is the best time to visit Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool?
Spring to autumn offers the warmest weather for a refreshing dip in the ocean water. Low tide provides the only safe window to view the pool before the incoming sea completely swallows the beach.

What can you do at Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool?
Swimming in the clear turquoise water feels incredible after a long coastal walk. Adventurous souls also love diving straight off the high rock ledges into the deep water below.

How long should I spend at Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool?
Allocating roughly two hours ensures you can swim safely and explore the dramatic surrounding cliffs. A brief visit rarely works because the steep descent requires careful footwork.

Where do I park at Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool?
Motorists can use ten nearby spaces which provide four day and six overnight options. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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

Where can I stay near Kynance Cove Mermaid Pool?
Haelarcher Helicopter Glamping, The Riverside Cabin, and Pol Glas Cabin offer three available places to book nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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