Activities and Camping

We have five Activity Centres across the region, where you can hire watersports equipment, launch your own craft or learn something new with our friendly and qualified instructors:

Roadford Lake in Devon
Siblyback Lake on Bodmin Moor
Stithians Lake in West Cornwall
Tamar Lakes on the Devon Cornwall border
Wimbleball Lake on Exmoor.

Extend your stay and camp at Roadford Campsite, Siblyback Campsite, Stithians Campsite, Tamar Campsite or Wimbleball Campsite.

#ItsYourOutdoors - come and explore!

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Roadford Sailing Club

Learn to sail while having fun and meeting new people. We have weekend clubs for young people and adults. Read more

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Wimbleball Lake (Exmoor)

The spectacular Wimbleball Lake, nestled amongst the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park, is an unforgettable location for your next family day out or camping adventure. Read more

Wimbleball Buccaneers

Join the Wimbleball Buccaneers and take part in six weeks of activity sessions including kayaking, sailing, archery and canoeing! Open to ages 8 - 14. Read more

Roadford Buccaneers

Join the Roadford Buccaneers and take part in five weeks of activity sessions including kayaking, sailing, archery and canoeing! Open to ages 8 - 16. Read more

Roadford Rebels

Join the Roadford Rebels and take part in five weeks of activity sessions including kayaking, sailing, archery and canoeing! Open to ages 8 - 16. Read more

Fishing

We offer coarse and game fishing at over 20 lakes across the South West. Read more

Tamar Lakes (North Cornwall)

Tamar Lakes, located close to the popular coastal resort of Bude, provide the perfect setting for your next family day out or camping adventure. Read more

Stithians webcam

Meet our team

Our Activities and Camping team are here to help you make the most of your visit to the lakes! Read more

Camping competition terms and conditions

South West Lakes Trust Camping Competition 2024 terms and conditions. Read more

South West Lakes Trust camping competition

Win a three night stay in one of South West Lakes Trust’s luxury bell tents or pods, including £50 worth of free watersports equipment hire during your stay! Read more

Tamar webcam

Using Heavy Horses for Moorland River Works

The Dartmoor Green Recovery project recently welcomed volunteers from the Environment Agency and a team from Dartmoor Horse Loggers to a site near Princetown. Dartmoor Biodiversity Officer Morwenna explains the use of heavy horses for moorland river works.
Rediscovering a lost love at the lake

After rekindling his love of windsurfing after a thirty-year break, Phil Brown joined South West Lakes Trust as a launch member at Wimbleball Lake and is loving every minute of it!
Striking a balance

Thanks to nature enthusiast and volunteer Liz Crow, two lakes in North Devon are now better managed for wildlife - in particular dragonflies and damselflies - by working closely with South West Water and local anglers.
From visitor to volunteer - Chris's story

Monday 3 June marks the start of Volunteers’ Week – a week where we’re encouraged to celebrate the amazing work of volunteers in communities across the UK. Here we celebrate one of our valuable volunteers, Chris from the Roadford Lake Cafe.

Current reservoir levels

See the current water levels in our reservoirs.
Equipment Hire

Experience the ultimate family adventure by exploring the lakes at your own pace. We have a variety of watersports equipment available to hire including; kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards and more.
Wimbleball Lake, Exmoor

Wimbleball is a hub of colour and activity throughout all the seasons. Nestled within the rolling hills of Exmoor National Park, there are plenty of ways to get active at Wimbleball. With an array of walking and cycling trails winding around the 530 acre site, and a fantastic range of watersports and other activities available, this is the perfect location to spend a day outdoors – whether you are looking for a leisurely stroll or a challenging expedition.
South West Lakes Trust Booking Confirmation

Thank you for your South West Lakes Trust booking. You’ll receive a confirmation email shortly with details of your booking.
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Self-launch and Launch Membership

Already have your own kit? You can launch your own kayak, canoe, dingy or stand up paddleboard at our lakes! And, if you are a regular visitor, you can even become a member and launch as often as you like at all five activity centres!
Wimbleball Campsite (Exmoor)

Experience a family camping holiday like no other at Wimbleball Lake, nestled in the hills of Exmoor National Park. Create the ultimate camping break packed with adventure, creating lasting memories for the whole family.
Roadford Lake, Devon

Roadford Lake sits within the stunning surroundings of the Wolf Valley, close to Launceston on the Cornwall border. One of the biggest and busiest inland waters in the South West, the lake is surrounded by a variety of natural habitats, including Culm Grasslands, woodlands, old pastures and orchards.
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Siblyback, Cornwall

Surrounded by the striking backdrop of Bodmin Moor, Siblyback Lake lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). There is a beautiful 5km round lake circuit, which is perfect for pushchairs, wheelchairs and bicycles. The path runs adjacent to the lake, and passes by the impressive Siblyback Dam and through woodlands.F