Looking to visit the best lakes in Cornwall? 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 Cornwall’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
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Hiking Highlight
Ideal place for a swim in the sea during a walk under a radiant sun.
Tip by Dominiek Van Dooren
Hiking Highlight
The picturesque fishing harbour and seaside town of St Ives is a real gem on the Cornish coastline. With distinctive cobbled streets — lined with independent shops, traditional eateries and …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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Mountain Biking Highlight
From the top of Carn Marth at 755 feet (230 m), there are incredible views over the rural countryside of inland Cornwall. With a rich history from mining and quarrying, …
Tip by Katherine Moore
Hiking Highlight
The fishing village of Mousehole has narrow, bustling streets filled with small shops, galleries, restaurants, and cottages built from finely grained Lamorna granite. Dylan Thomas described the village as the …
Tip by Dan Hobson
Hiking Highlight
Nestled in a ravine, Polperro is sheltered from much of the adverse weather along this stretch of coastline. Boasting a delightful jumble of fishermans’ cottages, quirky streets and a traditional harbour, it’s a picturesque village that’s great fun to explore.
Tip by Dan Hobson
Hiking Highlight
This is a nice combination. From Loe Baar you have a view of the sea on one side and a view of a freshwater lake on the other. This allows you to walk completely around the lake.
Tip by Dominiek Van Dooren
Hiking Highlight
On the south coast of Cornwall lies Fowey, a small British town that is a popular day trip and holiday destination. It stretches a mile along the steep hills along …
Tip by Ulrike
Hiking Highlight
The coastal resort of Penzance has a faded-glamour that’s synonymous with the British seaside at its best. Renowned for great weather and plenty of nostalgia, the town has plenty to see, do and explore.
Tip by Dan Hobson
Hiking Highlight
Coverack is a traditional fishing village that has a stunning beach and a beautiful harbour. Steeped in Cornish history, the tiny settlement has a colourful past as a smugglers’ haunt. …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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