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The Top 13 Lakes around Epping Forest

Looking to visit the best lakes around Epping Forest? 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 Epping Forest’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: October 20, 2025

Clayton Hill Country Park Cycleway

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This path is shared with hikers and joggers. Maintain a steady climb with the appropriate gears and control your speed as you descend.

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Strawberry Hill Ponds

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This is a great spot for birdwatching or enjoying the afternoon sun. The singletrack flows nice and fast through the forest here, but it's hard to resist the temptation to …

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Connaught Water

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This is on the Epping Forest Centenary Walk - an easy day walk is from Chingford to Epping, with plenty of time to sit and admire this beautiful location along …

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Strawberry Hill Pond

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Strawberry Hill Pond is located within Epping Forest and provides a peaceful retreat perfect for a rest and picnic following a forest walk.

The pond is enveloped by conifers and …

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Seventy Acres Lake

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Bring binoculars if you have them, lots of wildlife to see and take time to appreciate what we have on our doorstep.

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Stanstead Mill Stream and Hooks Marsh Lake, Lee Valley

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A beautiful park with lots of water all around, people fishing, and the most inviting benches for cyclists: There's a bike stand near most of them :P

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Hainault Forest

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Hainault Forest is an ancient forest home to an array of beautiful plant and animal species. There's a canopy of oak and hornbeam and a burst of seasonal bluebells in …

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Lee Valley Reservoir Chain – North of King George's Reservoir

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Part of the Lee Valley Reservoir Chain, this impressive body of water lies to the west of Epping Forest in the borough of Enfield. It supplies London with drinking water …

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Earl's Path Pond

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The serene Earl's Path Pond makes for a gorgeous place for a rest or snack stop. Almost always muddy, have it in mind!

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Trail From Lee Valley White Water to Rye House

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Off-road trail from Lee Valley White Water to Rye House, through Lee Valley Country Park on well surfaced paths. Great views of Seventy Acre Lake from Fishers Green information centre. …

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Still not found your perfect lake around Epping Forest? Check out the guides of these regions to see even more beautiful places.

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The Top 13 Lakes around Epping Forest

Clayton Hill Country Park Cycleway

Strawberry Hill Ponds

Connaught Water

Strawberry Hill Pond

Seventy Acres Lake

Stanstead Mill Stream and Hooks Marsh Lake, Lee Valley

Hainault Forest

Lee Valley Reservoir Chain – North of King George's Reservoir

Earl's Path Pond

Trail From Lee Valley White Water to Rye House

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