The Top 5 Lakes around Leigh-On-Sea
Looking to visit the best lakes around Leigh-On-Sea? 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 Leigh-On-Sea’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 2, 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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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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Canvey Wick Nature Reserve
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Canvey Wick, is a 93-hectare Site of Special Scientific Interest, teeming with diverse plant and animal life. It boasts a density of species comparable to that found in a rainforest, …
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