St Michael's Mount is deservedly one of Cornwall's major highlights. However, it attracts thousands of visitors, making parking difficult. So we decided to walk there as a kind of pilgrimage
We started from Perranuthnoe - there's plenty of parking, with just a small charge [NB we headed AWAY from Prussia Cove, not towards it as this seems to imply]
The coast path is very easy to follow - This is looking back to Perranuthnoe beach
Toadflax by the path (looks a lot like snapdragons)
...and there was lots of this frondy fern-like shrub.
Rounding a corner, our first view of the Mount
Rocks on the headland
...where the low sandstone cliffs look rather unstable!
The final stretch is along the road through Marazion - there's a good footpath though
And many of the houses are very attractive
This is my favourite art gallery here
From Marazion beach, the causeway with many people walking it.
Despite the crowds, it's a fabulous experience.
Looking back to the mainland.
The National Trust gardens are only open on certain weekdays
The pillbox as a reminder of the island's wartime role
The castle looms high above
Steep path to the castle
As there was so much to see in the gardens,...
...we decided that we would visit the castle another day.
We had planned out trip to include a return by boat.
...and this was our boat pulling in. The ride is £2 and very well worth it
People walking the causeway as it disappeared under the sea.
Back on the beach
The weather closed in as we walked back the same way
We did this whole walk in memory of my cousin Dave, who sadly died much too young. He lived near here and loved this beautiful place
Today's walk: from Perranuthnoe to St Michael's Mount via the coastal path, and return. 6.25 miles of easy walking with great views. The National Trust website tells you (here) when the causeway is open. Allow a whole day for the walk, and to visit the castle and gardens. There are two island cafes, plus lots more in Marazion
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