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Lake 32 Outdoor Centre

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5.0

(5 reviews)

Wow, my first time at Lake 32 and it’s great! The water is so clear! I could see the bottom all the way around, there were schoals of fish, I saw a crayfish wandering about on the bottom too. The staff here are great, Jo the owner saw me shivering myself warm and checked if I was ok, we had a lovely chat, what a great centre this is, I’m really pleased I’ve taken out an annual membership here and I am looking forward to becoming part of the Lake 32 community this winter.

Fab swimming spot. Lovely team of staff looking after everyone, and yummy food from the cafe too

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About

Lovely safe spot for beginners, man made lake from an old quary. Fairly shallow and lots of swimmers around for a good chat and get advice. Course laid out with distance markers, shorter in winter and up to 750m in summer. But never feels busy when out swimming in the lake. Pay as you go - book on-line. Toilets and showers available with ample parking. U18’s must hold an ASA Open Water Award Level 1 & wear a bright hat as well as a tow float and be supervised at all times.

Location

Getting there

Parking available on site.

Accessibility

Easy to access the water, gentle slope.

What swimmers say

Facilities

Nearby parking Toilets Pay to swim

Activities

Paddling Picnic Dogs Suitable for kids Swimming Long swim Private property

Landscape

Gentle slope Quarry Easy to walk to

Water sports

SUP

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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.