The Top 14 Lakes in Craven
Looking to visit the best lakes in Craven? 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 Craven’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 19, 2025
Malham Tarn
Highlight • Natural Monument
Malham Tarn is so beautiful. Many people stop at Malham Cove and don't explore further but it's definitely worth a visit.
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Embsay Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
This reservoir, which supplies water to the Skipton town area, has quite a lot of character because of the proud hills surrounding it. It is a great place for an …
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Ingleborough Estate Lake
Highlight • Lake
The estate nature reserve makes for a nice stoll through woodland and past a lake, or a good start to an ascent of Ingleborough. Be aware though that it is …
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Grimwith Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Just a pleasant view basically.
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Winterburn Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Winterburn Reservoir is located near the village of Winterburn in Malhamdale, North Yorkshire, England. It was constructed between 1885 and 1893 by Leeds civil engineers Henry Rofe and Edward Filliter …
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Scar House Reservoir Valve Tower
Highlight • Monument
This is looking a bit like a spaceship, but this is in fact a valve tower and overflow weir for the reservoir. It's a very striking and strangely modern building, particularly in these natural surroundings.
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Upper Barden Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
This reservoir, one of the two Barden reservoirs in the area, was opened in 1882, and supplies water to Bradford. A classic British moorland reservoir, it's easy to walk around …
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Picnic Area by the Lake in Yorkshire Dales National Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Great little spot by the lake to crack out the good old picnic !!!
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View of Embsay Reservoir from Embsay Crag
Highlight • Lake
Stunning views from the top and if it is not too breezy, plenty of great rocks to perch on for a picnic! There are two routes off the crag leading …
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View of the Reservoir Headwaters, Yorkshire Dales National Park
Highlight • Natural
Lovely quiet spot in a remote location.
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