The River Camel is known as Dowr Kammel in Cornwall, which means crooked river. It rises on the edge of Bodmin Moor and with its tributaries its catchment area covers much of North Cornwall. The river flows into the eastern Celtic Sea between Stepper Point and Pentire Point having covered about 30 miles, making it the second longest river wholly in Cornwall. The river is tidal upstream to Egloshayle and is popular for sailing, birdwatching and fishing. From Poleys Bridge, the Camelford Way follows the valley of the River Camel further up to the town of Camelford.