The Top 20 Lakes in Dorset
Looking to visit the best lakes in Dorset? 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 Dorset’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 16, 2025
The Fleet Lagoon
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At 8 miles (13 km) long and covering an area of 1,186 acres (480 ha), The Fleet is the largest tidal lagoon in Britain. It’s also a Site of Special …
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Weymouth Harbour and Beach
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Such a pretty, old-fashioned town by the sea in the best way!
The long, fine sandy beach is probably the main attraction, but we also really liked the parks, marina …
The long, fine sandy beach is probably the main attraction, but we also really liked the parks, marina …
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Burton Mere
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This small area of trapped water is a thriving habitat that could easily go unnoticed. Reed beds surround the twin meres, creating shelter for vast amounts of visiting birds as …
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Minterne Gardens
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Nationally important Minterne Magna Gardens - famous for their Himalayan gardens. Dependent on the season, tea, coffe and cake on the terrace over looking capability brown inspired landscaped gardens
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Ashmore Village and Pond
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A central pond, thatched cottages and a sense of peace, Ashmore is a wonderfully pretty village to pedal through. It's actually the highest in Dorset – too high for time …
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Rushy Pond
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An important watering hole for wildlife and the resident Dartmoor ponies, Rushy Pond buzzes with dragonflies and damselflies, whilst the pond’s surface is often disturbed by a newt surfacing for air or a grass snake on the hunt.
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Chaldon Herring Coastal Path and Pond
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Super, nice quiet and tiny roads. This village is set in the South Dorset chalk downs and has a substantial history of smuggling goods from France into the UK.
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Longham Lakes
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Longham Lakes are a double lake separated by a narrow causeway. It's managed as a wildlife reserve and fishing lakes. There is a nice path around the area, perfect for an easy walk.
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Thatched Boathouse at Wheatley Lake
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On the shores of this lake, originally named Wheatley Lake, you can see this curious thatched boathouse.
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Fort on the Lake Folly
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Did you know that this lake was built in 1837 for model-boat testing for the Admiralty?
Furthermore, on this shore, you can observe the fort that was also constructed shortly thereafter.
Furthermore, on this shore, you can observe the fort that was also constructed shortly thereafter.
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