Reviews for OTTERHEAD LAKES CAR PARK, OTTERFORD
5/5 from Andy
2 years ago
2 years ago
Nice circular walk through woods and two lakes with lots of bird life.
5/5 from Stuart
3 years ago
3 years ago
Great place for a peaceful walk. Free parking and plenty of paths to explore. Only a mile and a half walk to a decent country pub too! (The York Inn, Churchinford.)
4/5
3 years ago
3 years ago
This is an absolutely stunning place for a walk, you can get round the lake, it is quiet up and down with hills so something to bare in mind. Obviously a forestry area so no toilets near by and disabled access would be restricted. This place is gorgeous and well worth a visit! The only thing I will say is lately a lot of trees and some of the greenery have been removed I assume to allow new growth. At this current time it looks a little bare!
5/5 from Lesley
3 years ago
3 years ago
What a wonderful find. Lots of dog walks through the woods along the river.
Was muddy in places so walking boots or wellies are a good idea.
There's a map of the area in the car park and also lots of information boards along the paths.
The lakes were absolutely beautiful!
4/5 from John
3 years ago
3 years ago
Fantastic show of snowdrops, easy to see from the footpaths. The river walk was closed off for maintenance which was a shame. Closed until 1st April now. Plenty of other trails to follow. Daffodils not out yet but won't be long.
Playground: There isn't a playground but there are open grassed areas.
Restrooms: No restrooms are available.
Dog-friendliness: Great place to exercise dogs but should really be kept on a lead to protect the wildlife.
4/5 from Jake
3 years ago
3 years ago
Very beautiful place, split into two lakes separated by a little River. One lake is higher than the other. Lots of little tracks going to different directions to explore, and a little waterfall which was very beautiful. The car park is free and not far from the car park to the actual lake. Some of the paths aren't well maintained and it was very difficult to walk down them.
5/5 from Victoria
3 years ago
3 years ago
Lovely place, but wear long trousers and long armed tops as there are nettles and brambles.
4/5 from Michael
4 years ago
4 years ago
Great spot for a morning walk with kids ... little creek was a treat for the little ones. They enjoy climbing wood logs, stomping on mud puddles and jumping into creek for a little dip.
Beautiful woodlands with birds singing, blue bell carpets and tall pine trees everywhere !! It was a great adventure walk for our kids. They loved it ;-)
4/5 from Mark
4 years ago
4 years ago
Visually stunning place to walk. Every turn through the fairly open forrest presented a new visual treat. Some wild life in the form of Swans and Ducks. The car park is not as small as I thought it would be (because of other reviews), but upon our return it was full and some cars were parked in the road, so a very popular place. Just be aware that some of the walking can be a little difficult due to narrow, boggy and uneven paths.
5/5 from Joe
7 years ago
7 years ago
Beautiful location with lovely walks and history. Excellent for dogs and people alike. An interesting drive down some thin country roads, but we'll worth it.