The Top 10 Lakes around Gillette
Looking to visit the best lakes around Gillette? 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 Gillette’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 19, 2025
Watchung Reservation
Highlight • Forest
The Watchung Reservation is a vast parcel of protected land in Mountainside, New Jersey. There are hiking trails, parks/picnic areas, playgrounds, a Nature Center, an abandoned village, and a lake.
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Osborn Pond
Highlight • Lake
This reservoir is popular with fishing and birding enthusiasts.
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Lower Echo Lake
Highlight • Lake
One of a pair of lakes in Echo Lake Park, Lower Echo Lake is a popular year-round destination. Pedal boating and fishing bring in visitors during the warmer months, while ice skating becomes available as the temperature drops.
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Lake Surprise Bathhouse
Highlight • Lake
During the initial decades of the Watchung Reservation's existence, individuals enjoying the park had the opportunity to engage in swimming activities at a designated beach along the lakeshore situated behind …
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Best Lake
Highlight • Lake
Best Lake is a great, small lake near Watchung. If you are looking for a good place to take a break, there are benches around the perimeter of the lake for you to enjoy the view of the water.
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