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Lynford Water – Lynford Lakes loop from Ickburgh

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Lynford Water – Lynford Lakes loop from Ickburgh

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Lynford Water – Lynford Lakes loop from Ickburgh

00:40

2.55km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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125 m

The Shepherd's Baa at Lynford Arboretum

Highlight • Cafe

Great little place hot drinks, cakes and loos. Covered area for seating.

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180 m

The Shepherd's Bar

Highlight • Pub

Cafe, serving light lunches, hot & cold drinks
Open 7 days a week from 8am-5pm.

shepherdsbaalynford.co.uk

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625 m

Lynford Lakes Island

Highlight • Forest

Need to cross a small stream to gain access

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845 m

Lynford Water

Highlight • Lake

Once gravel pits, Lynford Water is a tranquil place for a hike and a wild swim. Unlike many other places, the forestry Commission, who own the land, permit swimming in the lakes.

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1.76 km

Lynford Lake and Beach

Highlight • Forest

Lovely path that eventually leads you into Lynford Arboretum. There is a nice lake and beach here to stop by for a dip if you have the time and whilst …

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1.85 km

Lynford Lakes

Highlight • Lake

2.55 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.41 km

814 m

195 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.72 km

395 m

338 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 12 May

12°C

4°C

80 %

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Lynford Water – Lynford Lakes loop from Ickburgh

The Shepherd's Baa at Lynford Arboretum

The Shepherd's Bar

Lynford Lakes Island

Lynford Water

Lynford Lake and Beach

Lynford Lakes

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