Upper Tamar Lake is a region situated on the border of Cornwall and Devon, characterized by its tranquil waters and surrounding lush countryside. The area features a mix of open lake views, woodlands, and accessible paths, making it suitable for various outdoor pursuits. Its geography, with largely flat, well-maintained tracks around the lake, provides an ideal setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more. The boundary between Devon and Cornwall famously runs directly through the…
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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03:12
710m
710m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Upper Tamar Lake offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, jogging, touring cycling, and road cycling. The area features 6 routes across these sports, with more than 13,000 visitors sharing their experiences on komoot. The average rating for routes in this region is 4.77 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Upper Tamar Lake features way-marked walking trails, most notably a circular path around the lake. Longer walks, such as the Bude Aqueduct Walk or routes connecting to the Devon Wildlife Trust's reserve at Dunsdon, are also available. For more information, see the Hiking around Upper Tamar Lake guide.
The circular path around Upper Tamar Lake spans approximately 2.8 to 3 miles (4.5 to 4.7 km). This path is largely flat and features a hardcore track, making it suitable for walkers, joggers, pushchairs, mobility scooters, and wheelchairs. Parkrun events are held here every Saturday morning.
Upper Tamar Lake is suitable for touring and road cycling. A 3-mile loop around the upper lake offers family-friendly cycling with lakeside views. For more challenging routes, options like the "Upper River Tamar and Tamar Lakes loop" extend for about 22.9 miles (36.9 km). Explore available routes in the Cycling around Upper Tamar Lake guide.
Yes, the circular path around Upper Tamar Lake is largely flat and accessible, making it suitable for families and those seeking easy walks. The 3-mile loop around the upper lake is also family-friendly for cycling. Komoot offers specific guides for Family-friendly hikes around Upper Tamar Lake and Easy hikes around Upper Tamar Lake.
Yes, Upper Tamar Lake welcomes dogs on leads. There are specific guides available for planning walks with pets, such as Dog-friendly hikes around Upper Tamar Lake.
Upper Tamar Lake is nestled within idyllic British countryside, featuring lush greenery and tranquil waters. Lower Tamar Lake is managed as a nature reserve with a bird hide, where visitors can observe over 200 species of birds, including ospreys, sandpipers, and cormorants.
Komoot offers several guides for Upper Tamar Lake, including those for Hiking, Family-friendly hikes, Dog-friendly hikes, Cycling, and Running Trails. Guides for Hikes from bus stations are also available.
Yes, komoot provides a guide specifically for Hikes from bus stations around Upper Tamar Lake, indicating options for accessing trails via public transport.
Upper Tamar Lake is managed by The South West Lakes Trust. Their official website is www.swlakestrust.org.uk/tamar. For general enquiries and the Activity Centre, the phone number is +44 1288 321712.
Yes, Upper Tamar Lake offers several facilities for visitors. These include a children's play area, an on-site cafe with lakeside views, and camping facilities for those wishing to extend their stay.

