Stithians Lake

This 270-acre man-made lake is in the heart of bird-watching country, with a nature reserve on its doorstep and over five and a half miles of bank, dotted with bird hides.

Cared for by the South West Lakes Trust, Stithians Lake also offers excellent watersports facilities for everyone – providing plenty of things to do on your trip to Cornwall, this includes access to the water for disabled people thanks to their wheelyboat.

Well-equipped activities here include sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, archery and climbing. You can try a two-hour taster session or take part in a two-day RYA sailing, windsurfing or powerboat course. It’s not all about being active, though. Stithians has a children’s play area, walks, the popular Cafe Nova with views of the water or you can follow the trail on a gentle stroll or a cycle ride to view the Dam which created the reservoir in the late 1960s.

With Stithians Lake campsite also offering an ideal place to stay in Cornwall, why not stay a while and extend your time on the water?

• All weather
• Cafe
• Family friendly
• Parking
• Toilets