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

Last updated: October 3, 2025

St Ives Harbour

The picturesque fishing harbour and seaside town of St Ives is a real gem on the Cornish coastline. With distinctive cobbled streets — lined with independent shops, traditional eateries and …

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Penzance Seafront and Harbour

The coastal resort of Penzance has a faded-glamour that’s synonymous with the British seaside at its best. Renowned for great weather and plenty of nostalgia, the town has plenty to see, do and explore.

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St Ives Bay

St Ives Bay is a large and crescent-shaped bay that stretches 6 miles (10 km) from the centre of Saint Ives around Godrevy Head to Godrevy Lighthouse. The River Hayle …

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Hayle Estuary Nature Reserve

Hayle Estuary Nature Reserve is managed by the RSPB and is the most westerly estuary in the country. The warm climate means it doesn't freeze over so it is a …

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Pond in Lariggan Gardens

Lariggan Gardens in Penzance is a smaller, charming green space just off the promenade, offering a peaceful retreat overlooking Mount's Bay. Less well known than larger parks such as Morrab …

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The Top 5 Lakes around St. Ives

St Ives Harbour

Penzance Seafront and Harbour

St Ives Bay

Hayle Estuary Nature Reserve

Pond in Lariggan Gardens

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