The Top 20 Lakes around Castleton
Looking to visit the best lakes around Castleton? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Castleton’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 9, 2025
Ladybower Reservoir Overflow
Highlight • Viewpoint
The path along the top of Ladybower Dam affords a wonderful view of the reservoir nestling in the Upper Derwent Valley. You also get a close look at the reservoir …
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Derwent Dam
Highlight • Monument
This magnificent dam (built in 1902) is set amidst the breathtaking scenery of the Upper Derwent Valley. Surrounded by majestic moorland, peaceful forests, rolling farmland and rugged hills, there are …
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Kinder Reservoir
Highlight • Natural Monument
Kinder Reservoir is a striking stretch of water tucked beneath the wild expanse of Kinder Scout. Built between 1903-1911, the reservoir is fed by the River Kinder and by the stream flowing down William Clough valley.
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Derwent Reservoir
Highlight • Cycleway
Sight of the dambusters practice missions. The routes around all three reservoirs are ideal for active families or the less fit/ambitious biker. stunning scenery. When you reach the very northern …
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Foolow Village
Highlight • Pub
A gorgeous little village, with a duck pond, ancient stone cross and a very lovely pub (The Bull's Head) which, if you time your journey right, makes for a great place to stop and refuel.
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Derwent Reservoir and Dam
Highlight • Viewpoint
Lots of options to suite all abilities. Parking can be a problem when busy, so for the best experience and sometimes the entire place to yourself, head there out of peak hours and days.
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Derwent and Howden Reservoirs — Gravel Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Forest
Long stretch of mainly unsurfaced gravel road that starts at the turn-off from the A57 and steadily climbs up the eastern bank of all three reservoirs - Ladybower, Derwent and …
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View of the Ladybower and Derwent Reservoirs
Highlight • Viewpoint
Outstanding views all round
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Howden Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Howden Reservoir was completed in 1912. It's the highest of the three Derwent Reservoirs. The River Derwent flows into the northern arm and the River Westend flows into the western …
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Start of the Kinder Mass Trespass
Highlight • Historical Site
In April 1932, a group of Manchester and Sheffield based hikers joined here to trespass onto the moor around Kinder. This like most of the upland areas in England and …
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Westend River crossing at Ladybower Reservoir
Highlight • Bridge
Here, the quiet single carriageway tarmac road that runs along the western edge of Ladybower Reservoir crosses from one side of the valley to the other, passing over where the …
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