The Top 5 Lakes around Hertsmere
Looking to visit the best lakes around Hertsmere? 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 Hertsmere’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 27, 2025
Albans Lakes
Highlight • Lake
Fishing lakes containing carp, tench, bream and silverfish
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Letchmore Heath Pond
Highlight • Natural
The name Letchmore is derived from the Old Saxon "leche mere", meaning muddy pond
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Aldenham Reservoir
Highlight • Natural
A few cattle gates to go across and a kind of gravelly road but worth the view of the Aldenham reservoir and country park
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Willows Lake
Highlight (Segment) • Lake
gravel lane which leads onto a grassy section towards Willows Farm, shares itself with a footpath and anglers who park their vehicles on the side
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Mary Forsdyke Garden & Warren Lake
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Such a beautiful setting to stop and admire, check the gates for opening times to enjoy this short trail
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