The Top 19 Lakes in Dartmoor
Looking to visit the best lakes in Dartmoor? 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 Dartmoor’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 5, 2025
Dartmoor has a fascinating industrial past and its myriad disused quarries are some of the clearest evidence. Just to the east of the phenomenal Haytor Rocks, lies Haytor Quarry. Part …
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Brilliant place for a swim, and you'll sometimes find lots of climbers on the rocks here too. The deep water is cold but clear and amazing for a dip on a hot day!
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China clay was extracted here (1912 - 1933) and after settling was transported in ceramic pipes down to be processed in the drying works at Cantrell near Ivybridge (now called …
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Burrator Reservoir is situated within Dartmoor, and the tranquil water and surrounding mixed woodland contrasts sharply with the open moor and the rugged Dartmoor tors. A trip here can be …
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The dam was finished here in 1898 to block the River Meavy at Burrator Gorge to create the Burrator Reservoir.
The reservoir now not only provides drinking water to the …
The reservoir now not only provides drinking water to the …
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