The Camel Trail

Posted by Waterloo Farm Holidays on Monday, November 10, 2025

The Camel Trail

The Camel Trail follows an old railway line from Padstow to Wenford Bridge via Wadebridge and Bodmin. This flat, traffic-free route is suitable for all abilities, including wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Route Sections

  • Padstow to Wadebridge: 5.5 miles
  • Wadebridge to Bodmin: 6 miles
  • Bodmin to Wenford Bridge: 6.8 miles

Bike Hire

  • Bridge Bike Hire - Eddystone Road, Wadebridge
  • Multiple shops in Padstow, Wadebridge, and Bodmin

Facilities

Bird hide halfway between Wadebridge and Padstow

Parking

  • Piggy Lane (behind Lidl Wadebridge)
  • Padstow town car parks

Distance: 18.3 miles total Difficulty: Easy - flat, traffic-free Best for: All abilities, wheelchairs, pushchairs