Lake

Blue Lagoon

Reviews

4.0

(1 review)

You have to trespass to swim here. The fence line surrounding the quarry has quite a few breaks which are easily passable. Be cautious of trash and broken glass around the lake, if you follow the map I added (park at red X, enter woodland across road, cross ditch at broken fence at yellow X, follow (approximate) path up and over ridge to head down a slope onto the pathway visible from Google maps, follow to the blue X - the beach you can swim from). Don't get caught and leave no trace

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About

Known as the blue lagoon, this deep, beautiful chalk pit has clear water and is very popular with locals.

Location

Accessibility

Update from a local as of 18th April 2022. It is fenced off and is clearly private property. There has been LA and police action to stop groups swimming at the site. It is not supported for swimming by local residents and there is no parking.

What swimmers say

Activities

Swimming Cycling

Landscape

Gentle slope Easy to walk to

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Plan your swim

Before you go

Cold water shock is real. Enter slowly and control your breathing.
Lake water can be much colder below the surface (thermocline)
Stay close to shore until you know the conditions
Watch for boat traffic and stay visible with a tow float
Check for blue-green algae warnings before swimming

Conditions change fast. Always check the latest data, read recent community reports, and swim within your ability.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this lake safe for swimming?

Check the Conditions tab for surface state and wind conditions. Review the Quality tab if this is a designated bathing water. Always read recent community reports for local advice.

How cold is the water?

Check the Temperature tab for the current estimate and 7-day trend. Lakes hold heat longer than rivers but can develop a thermocline. The water below the surface can be dramatically colder.

What should I bring?

A tow float for visibility (especially important where boats operate), warm layers for after, and consider a wetsuit in colder months. Check for designated swimming areas.