Beyond the edges of The Camel Trail

The Camel Trail plus!

Cardinham Woods and Lanhydrock, Bodmin Moor and Camelford, Harlyn Bay and the North Coast beaches

The Camel Trail might be Cornwall’s best-known ride — smooth, scenic and perfect for all abilities — but for those willing to push a little further, the real magic lies beyond its edges.

Head inland from Bodmin and you’ll find the winding forest tracks of Cardinham Woods. Here, the terrain shifts from gentle riverside cruising to rooty climbs, fast descents and pine-scented singletrack. It’s a playground for mountain bikers, with trails that test your legs and reward you with sweeping valley views.

Just a short ride away sits Lanhydrock — a stunning estate where wooded trails weave through historic parkland. It’s a place where heritage meets hardpack, and where every turn feels like you’re riding through a painting.

For wilder terrain, point your wheels toward Bodmin Moor. Open, rugged and raw, the moor delivers big skies, granite tors and a sense of freedom that’s hard to match. Push further north and you’ll reach Camelford — a gateway to dramatic landscapes and quiet back roads that feel a world away from the summer crowds.

And then there’s the coast.

Drop down toward Harlyn Bay and the string of North Coast beaches, where the Atlantic rolls in and the air tastes of salt. After a long ride, there’s nothing better than leaning your bike against the sand and cooling off in the sea. The North Coast rewards effort with wild beauty — sweeping bays, cliff-top roads and sunsets that make every mile worthwhile.

Devour the awesome Strawberry Cream Tea at Berryfields Holiday Park, Porthcothan when its open!

The Camel Trail is the perfect starting line. But beyond it lies forest, moor, and ocean — a reminder that in Cornwall, the best rides don’t end at the trailhead.

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