The Top 20 Lakes in Cambridgeshire
Looking to visit the best lakes in Cambridgeshire? 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 Cambridgeshire’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Grafham Water Reservoir
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Grafham Water is a reservoir with a circumference of about 16 km (10 mi). It is the eighth largest reservoir in England by volume and the third largest by area. …
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Far Fen Lake
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Part of the RSPB Nature Reserve, Far Fen Lake is recognisable by the island near its eastern shore.
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Fen Drayton Lakes Nature Reserve
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Amazing cycle lane right through the Fens. Beautiful water views on both sides, an absolute pleasure!
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Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve
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Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve provides an essential habitat for many endangered species in the Fens. Home to more than 210 bird species — many of which, including the reclusive bittern, …
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Godmanchester Nature Reserve
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Godmanchester Nature Reserve is a superb place for a walk, not far from the market town of Huntingdon. As with many other reserves along the Great River Ouse, it occupies …
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Wildlife Sanctuary Lake
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Appears to be a good area for spotting birds and wildlife. Very attractive waterside walk.
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Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
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Myriad habitats can be found at Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, with beautiful lakes, riverside, meadow, reedbed, scrub and woodland. The visitor centre offers refreshments, facilities and friendly expertise.
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Serpentine Lake
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Between the upper "Serpentine Lake" and its neighboring lake, the "Chinese Bridge" connects the areas of the park. The gray herons like to perch above the reed belt of the Serpentine Lakes.
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Stow cum Quy Fen Pond
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On Stow cum Quy Fen is a small rectangular pond. It is likely this is a filled in pit from the 19th century when coprolite was quarried in the area. …
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Benches Along the Busway Cycle Path
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The busway cycle path provides plenty of spots to stop and take in a view or have some refreshments.
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