The Top 6 Lakes around Canvey Island
Looking to visit the best lakes around Canvey Island? 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 Canvey Island’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 22, 2025
Lake at Gunners Park
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Gunners Park and Shoebury Ranges is a 25 hectare nature reserve in Shoeburyness in Essex. It is managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust. Part of Gunners Park is Shoeburyness Old …
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Cliffe Pools Nature Reserve
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Cliffe Pools Nature Reserve boasts open horizons, expansive views and, of course, plenty of birdlife. Keep a look-out for bird species, including avocet, lapwing, little egret, cuckoo, and more. There …
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Bowers Marsh RSPB Reserve
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Bowers Marsh is a relatively new RSPB reserve between Pitsea and Benfleet stations. It's home to a lagoon, reedbeds, grasslands and plenty of birdlife. The reserve also features three viewing points and two picnic areas.
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Cherry Orchard Lake
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The lake sits in Cherry Orchard Park and is situated in the stunning South Essex countryside and takes full advantage of its picturesque, undulating landscape. It combines open grassy areas …
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Salt Marshes of Leigh National Nature Reserve
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At the eastern tip of Two Tree island, you have the salt marshes and wetlands of the Leigh National Nature Reserve. Well worth the down and back for views towards …
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