The Stithians Reservoir is a man-made, dammed reservoir dating back to 1962, with construction being completed in five years. The valley behind the dam was flooded, including 274 acres of land and three country houses.

On a good day, taking the paths around Stithians Reservoir can often offer plenty to watch, whether that's sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, SUP and canoeing activities on the lake from the watersports centre, or plenty of bird watching and fly fishing to be enjoyed.

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January 21, 2024

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Great view from the dam across the reservoir towards Carn Menellis

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1. Coverack Harbour – Stithians Reservoir Dam loop from Penryn

94.6km

06:51

1,460m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Stithians Reservoir Dam – Poldice Valley Mining Ruins loop from Penmere

70.5km

05:19

1,170m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Stithians Reservoir Dam – Boggy Bridleway loop from Redruth

43.9km

02:51

560m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 210 m

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Monday 26 January

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Max wind speed: 31.0 km/h

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Location: Stithians, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Stithians Reservoir Dam

1. Coverack Harbour – Stithians Reservoir Dam loop from Penryn

2. Stithians Reservoir Dam – Poldice Valley Mining Ruins loop from Penmere

3. Stithians Reservoir Dam – Boggy Bridleway loop from Redruth

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