This is one beautiful lake, and easily accessible as a car park "sits on it" beside the blue surface of the lake's water (on a sunny day). Lots of wildlife around the lake to spot (and listen to!)

Wandering Cloud

August 23, 2023

Running

A lovely little lake, with a useful car park right next to it. Right in the middle of Dalby Forest, of course, with all its tracks to run on, and Bridestones Nature Reserve is close by as well.

Wandering Cloud

December 22, 2023

Road cycling

A very obvious place to stop; you won't need me to tell you that, as you will see the lake from the Dalby Forest Drive road, and you will want to immediately make a stop and look at it! Staindale Lake has a car park area, so it's easy to leave your bike here and have a look at the beautiful waters of the lake and spot some of the wildlife around here.

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1. Crosscliffe Viewpoint loop from Staindale Lake

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Easy 3.6-mile hike from Staindale Lake to Crosscliffe Viewpoint, offering superb lake views and expansive northern vistas.

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2. Bridestones loop from Staindale Lake — North York Moors National Park

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lakeside Trail — Dalby Forest

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Allerston, Ryedale, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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1. Crosscliffe Viewpoint loop from Staindale Lake

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