RailTrails

Lake and Reservoir Walks by Train

These are the 102 lakes and reservoirs in England, Scotland and Wales with at least 2 miles of lakeside path and a station within 5 miles: round the water where the path goes all the way, or out and back where it doesn't. Waters with under 5 miles of shore are only here if they're well known, and a few well-known waters further from a station are here too, as longer walks or by bus.

Click a lake on the map, or sort the table below to find the stations closest to the water.

The 20 largest lakes and reservoirs

Best connected by rail

The lakes and reservoirs with the most stations within reach.

310 train stations

Best for walkers first: gold, silver and bronze rate the hills, landscape and trails near each.

Walking distances are estimates from the straight-line distance and the type of ground, not a measured route. Check a map before you set off.

Getting there by train

Can you get to Brent Reservoir by train?

Yes. 48 stations are within 5 miles of Brent Reservoir. The nearest with regular trains is Hendon, 0.3 miles away (about 0.4 miles on foot).

Can you get to Cardiff Bay by train?

Yes. 25 stations are within 5 miles of Cardiff Bay. The nearest with regular trains is Cardiff Bay, 0.3 miles away (about 0.4 miles on foot).

Can you get to Derwent Reservoir (Northumberland) by train?

Not directly. No station lies within 5 miles of Derwent Reservoir (Northumberland). The nearest with regular trains is Riding Mill, 5.0 miles away (about 6 to 7 miles on foot), so the last stretch needs a bus, taxi or a long walk.