The most northerly of a trio of reservoirs above Lustleigh, Kennick Reservoir is a picturesque place for a rest. Any paths around the southern half of the reservoir are reserved for private anglers but the road and adjacent parking is quiet enough to stop in. You can also walk south to Tottiford reservoir where you’ll find public footpaths and plenty of grassy banks that make fantastic picnic spots.

While there are plenty of ducks, it’s the egrets that will catch your eye. Both little egrets and great white egrets have been seen here.

YOH!

August 9, 2018

Cycling

Little road going across the reservoir

Katherine Moore

March 14, 2023

Road cycling

Constructed in 1881, Kennick Reservoir covers 50 acres (20ha) and neighbours Tottiford and Trenchford Reservoirs. For those keen on fishing, it's worth knowing that Kennick is a premier rainbow trout fishery, and waterside access here is limited to anglers only, whereas you can walk around the edges of the other two reservoirs.

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1. The Wray Valley Trail & Kennick Reservoir loop from Bovey Tracey — Dartmoor National Park

26.8km

01:57

450m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Trenchford Reservoir – Moretonhampstead Village loop from Chudleigh Knighton

37.5km

02:34

630m

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

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3. Wray Valley Trail – Kennick Reservoir loop from Christow

25.6km

01:52

520m

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

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Elevation 300 m

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Location: Christow, Teignbridge, Devon, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Kennick Reservoir

1. The Wray Valley Trail & Kennick Reservoir loop from Bovey Tracey — Dartmoor National Park

2. Trenchford Reservoir – Moretonhampstead Village loop from Chudleigh Knighton

3. Wray Valley Trail – Kennick Reservoir loop from Christow

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