The Top 20 Lakes around Danvers
Looking to visit the best lakes around Danvers? 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 Danvers’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Lake Quannapowitt
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Lake Quannapowitt is a large, shallow lake at the north end of the town of Wakefield. It covers 254 acres and is about 3.6 miles around. This lake is emptied …
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Pearce Lake Beach
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Pearce Lake Beach is a sandy swimming beach with roped-off swim zones. The Department of Conservation and Recreation tests the water weekly, and a lifeguard is on duty in the summer to keep watch.
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Silver Lake
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Silver Lake is a pretty lake in the Breakheart Reservation. This is a nice spot to stop for a break as you explore the area.
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Wenham Lake
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Wenham Lake is a sizable lake at 224 acres, and it is a freshwater reservoir for nearby Salem. The lake and its shores are not accessible to the general public, …
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Waterfowl Pond
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As the name suggests, this place is an excellent area to observe a variety of wildlife, especially different types of waterfowl like ducks. There's a nice dock on the water …
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Forest River Park Waterfront
Highlight • Beach
Off the beaten path a bit, Forest River Park has a large parking lot to help coordinate if you have a ground team. Summer of 2022 it should also open a public pool, after being closed generations.
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J.C. Phillips Nature Preserve
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Nestled along Wenham Lake, J.C. Phillips Nature Preserve spans 85 acres of forest, winding trails, and wetlands and is home to abundant wildlife. The 2.5-mile loop takes you through towering …
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Walden Pond
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Walden Pond has several trails running through the woods and along the lake, including a dam that helps control the water level. It’s a good spot for a straightforward hike …
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Crooked Pond
Highlight • Lake
Surrounded by lush vegetation Crooked Pond is a sanctuary for birds and other wildlife. Enjoy the silence while hiking along the shore.
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Coy Pond
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The trails around Gordon College can range from wide and easy to impassable on a bike and all clearly marked out. It's also a good cut thru to the lake …
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East Coast Greenway – Massachusetts
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
The East Coast Greenway is a super good rails to trail project that connects 15 states and 450 cities and towns. The route is 3,000 miles long and goes from …
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