The Top 20 Lakes in Lancashire
Looking to visit the best lakes in Lancashire? 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 Lancashire’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Brockholes Nature Reserve
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Spread out across 250 acres, Brockholes Nature Reserve is a great place to get up close to nature. Explore the ancient woodland, laze around the lakes, and look out for …
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The Japanese Garden
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Japanese Gardens and Lakes with Levers Bridge
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Lower Rivington Reservoir
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Lower Rivington Reservoir is at the end of the Rivington chain of reservoirs in Lancashire, England, with Upper Rivington Reservoir to the north, and Rivington Water Treatment Works to the …
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Martin Mere Wetland Centre
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Martin Mere is a mere near Burscough, in Lancashire, England, on the West Lancashire Coastal Plain. The mere is a vast marsh, around grid reference SD 41 15 that was, …
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Lower Kem Mill Pond
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Cuerden Valley Park is a precious emerald surrounded by increasing urban development. As a country park it is differently managed from places such as Witton Park and Beacon Fell being …
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Thithaven Lake (Italian Lake)
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Italian lake - one of many beauty spots in this area once owned by Lord Lever and his family. Stair cases lead up to the Pigeon tower, closest parking would be top two car parks Rivington
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Hawes Water
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I think Kenny's above tip refers to the Hawes Water in the Lake District.
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Clowbridge Reservoir
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Get to know this 9.5-km circular trail near Burnley, Lancashire. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 38 min to complete. This is a …
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Hurstwood Reservoir
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Was there a week ago and the bottom half of the trail has been ruined by the weather and hooligan trail builders. i would give it a miss.
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Fairhaven Lake and Spitfire Memorial
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Where the River Ribble meets the Irish Sea, Fairhaven Lake is a popular spot with families. The region's RAF connections are underlined by a tremendous Spitfire memorial. An exact replica …
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