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Siblyback Dam – Siblyback Lake loop from Liskeard

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Siblyback Dam – Siblyback Lake loop from Liskeard

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Siblyback Dam – Siblyback Lake loop from Liskeard

01:42

24.3km

330m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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Cornwall National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.00 km

King Doniert's Stone

Highlight • Monument

King Doniert's Stone - a decorated granite base for a Celtic Memorial cross that dates to the late 9th Century. It is thought to have been built to commemorate Doniert, the last recorded king of Cornwall.

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12.1 km

Siblyback Dam

Highlight • Lake

The dam was built in 1968 to create this reservoir which provides drinking water and tops up the water levels of the River Fowey during the dry months. Once a small tributary of the River Fowey, the lake now holds 3 billion litres of water.

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14.0 km

Siblyback Reservoir Lakeside Path

Highlight • Cycleway

A 5km traffic free loop traces round the edge of Siblyback Reservoir. It is also suitable for adaptive cycles, trailers and wheelchairs. The route takes in the calm water of the lake and winds through woodland giving plenty of variety and opportunity to spot wildlife and birdlife.

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14.2 km

Sibleyback Reservoir Circular Trail

Highlight • Forest

Enjoy this traffic-free gravel track around Sibleyback Reservoir that's designed with pedestrians and cyclists in mind.

The 3 mile (5 km) trail is also suitable for adaptive cycles, wheelchairs and pushchairs, and takes in both the Sibleyback Dam and idyllic woodlands.

Wildlife lovers will be thrilled, as there's often plenty to see on and near the water, as well as a bird hide to hunker down in to watch.

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15.2 km

Siblyback Lake

Highlight • Trail

The path around Siblyback Lake is hardpacked, suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs and at 5km long is the perfect hike. The lake is set in Bodmin Moor so you can appreciate the beauty of the area without having to climb up any Tors.

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15.5 km

Olive & Co Café at Siblyback Lake

Highlight • Cafe

On the shore of Siblyback Lake sits Olive & Co. Open for breakfast and lunch it also serves teas, coffees and cakes including plenty of vegan options. Watching over the calm waters of the reservoir, sitting and enjoying a brew or something to eat makes a lovely highlight to a ride.

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15.6 km

Siblyback Lake

Highlight • Lake

15.6 km

Siblyback Reservoir Café and Picnic Area

Highlight • Lake

Useful cafe and good picnic spot

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24.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.6 km

5.13 km

242 m

224 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.3 km

5.41 km

4.55 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Wednesday 8 July

28°C

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Siblyback Dam – Siblyback Lake loop from Liskeard

King Doniert's Stone

Siblyback Dam

Siblyback Reservoir Lakeside Path

Sibleyback Reservoir Circular Trail

Siblyback Lake

Olive & Co Café at Siblyback Lake

Siblyback Lake

Siblyback Reservoir Café and Picnic Area

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