Tamar Lakes Activity Centre
Located just north of Bude in North Cornwall, Tamar Lakes Activity Centre is the perfect place to enjoy the water with friends and family. Hire a kayak, canoe or SUP, cruise the lake on a swan pedalo, or bring your own craft and explore at your own pace. Stay longer on the lakeside campsite and discover the scenic trails around the lake. Explore all experiences below and plan your next adventure at Tamar Lakes.
Bude, Cornwall
Perfect for groups
Rentals available
Gift vouchers available
Camping and glamping
Camping and Glamping at Tamar Lakes
Camping at Tamar Lakes is a brilliant choice for a lakeside stay in North Cornwall. Pitch up beside the water and enjoy easy access to kayaking, paddleboarding and scenic lakeside walks, all from your base in Kilkhampton. With grass and hardstanding pitches available, it’s an ideal spot if you’re searching for camping near Bude with watersports and countryside views right on your doorstep.
Memberships at Tamar Lakes Activity Centre
Become a Tamar Lakes member and make the most of your time in Cornwall!
Tamar Lakes’ self-launch memberships are ideal for regular paddlers who want to bring their own craft for even better value. Valid across all five South West Lakes sites (Wimbleball Lake, Siblyback Lake, Tamar Lake, Roadford Lake and Stithians Lake). With a wide choice of membership options, it’s the best way to enjoy more spontaneous lake sessions and get more from Tamar Lakes all season long.
Tamar Lakes Activity Centre
Kilkhampton,
Bude,
Cornwall
EX23 9SB
Just a short drive from Bude, Holsworthy and the North Cornwall coast, Tamar Lakes Activity Centre offers lakeside camping and exciting watersports on the Devon–Cornwall border. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and swan pedalo hire on the calm waters of Tamar Lakes, or bring your own craft and explore at your own pace on one of North Cornwall’s most scenic lakes.
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FAQs
Where is Tamar Lakes Activity Centre located?
Tamar Lakes Activity Centre is located near Kilkhampton, just north of Bude in North Cornwall, on the Devon–Cornwall border. The lakes are around 6 miles from Bude and easily accessible from the A39, making them a popular choice for watersports and camping in North Cornwall.
Tamar Lakes Activity Centre
Kilkhampton,
Bude,
Cornwall
EX23 9SB
What activities can you do at Tamar Lakes?
You can enjoy kayak hire (single and double), canoe hire, stand-up paddleboard hire, swan pedalo hire, and self-launch if you have your own craft. It’s one of the most popular spots for watersports near Bude, with calm lake waters and scenic countryside views.
Can I bring my own kayak or paddleboard to Tamar Lakes?
Yes. Tamar Lakes offers self-launch permits for 1, 2 or 3 crafts, allowing you to paddle your own kayak, canoe or SUP on the lake. It’s a great option for regular paddlers or anyone holidaying in North Cornwall with their own equipment.
Is Tamar Lakes suitable for beginners?
Yes, the calm waters of Upper Tamar Lake make it a great place for first-time paddlers as well as experienced visitors. Sit-on-top kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are popular choices for those looking to try watersports near Bude.
Is there camping at Tamar Lakes?
Yes. Tamar Lakes has a lakeside campsite offering grass and hardstanding pitches, with electric and non-electric options for tents, caravans and motorhomes. It’s a great choice if you’re searching for camping near Bude with direct access to watersports.
What facilities are available at the Tamar Lakes campsite?
Campers have access to showers, toilets, washing-up facilities, baby changing facilities, waste disposal, recycling and an on-site café. Tamar Lakes campsite is set right beside the lake, offering easy access to activities and lakeside walks.
Is there parking at Tamar Lakes?
Yes, parking is available on site. Visitors booking activities or camping can park close to the activity centre and lake access.
What are the best things to do near Bude for watersports?
Tamar Lakes Activity Centre is one of the best places for kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding near Bude. With calm inland waters and a scenic countryside setting, it’s ideal for those looking to enjoy watersports in North Cornwall.