Milton Country Park Lakes Circuit
Cambridgeshire
Milton Country Park covers 95 acres on the northern edge of Cambridge, its two lakes formed from gravel extraction before the site was landscaped as parkland in the 1990s, and a dog is welcome off the lead and in the water across much of the site. This 2.9km circuit follows well surfaced paths of tarmac, compacted gravel and boardwalk around both lakes and through the surrounding woodland and meadow, flat throughout and easy underfoot, though sections can turn muddy in winter. The park is a short drive from central Cambridge and gets busy at weekends and during school holidays, but the paths are wide enough to give everyone room.
This is a dog friendly walk with full off lead access across much of the park's woodland and meadow, and dogs are welcome to swim in the lakes. Signposted areas ask for dogs to be kept on a lead close to the lake edges where waterfowl gather, near the play area and cafe, and wherever the park is busy, so check the signage as you go. There is no livestock here, and the woodland gives good shade for a dog in summer. The dog friendly cafe has outdoor seating, and dog waste bins and water points are provided around the park. Parking is pay and display.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 2.9 km (1.8 miles)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Duration
- 55 min
- Walk Type
- Lake, Woodland, Park
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- High
- Livestock Risk
- None
- Facilities
- Dog friendly cafe with outdoor seating, toilets, dog waste bins and water points.
- Parking
- Pay and display car park off Cambridge Road (A10), Milton.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Milton Country Park Lakes Circuit dog friendly?
Milton Country Park is a great choice for dogs, earning an 8/10 on our dog friendly rating. Dogs are welcome off the lead across much of the park's woodland and meadow, and they can swim in the lakes too. There's a dog friendly cafe with outdoor seating, plus dog waste bins and water points dotted around the park.
Can dogs be off lead at Milton Country Park Lakes Circuit?
Yes, dogs can be off lead across much of the park, including the woodland, meadow and in the lakes themselves. There are some signed areas where leads are required — near the lake edges where waterfowl gather, close to the play area and cafe, and wherever the park is particularly busy — so it's worth keeping an eye on the signage as you go. There's no livestock on site, which makes for a relaxed outing.
What should I know before visiting Milton Country Park Lakes Circuit with my dog?
The 2.9km circuit is flat and easy underfoot for most of the year, though some sections can get muddy in winter, so it's worth wearing appropriate footwear. The park is a short drive from central Cambridge and can get busy at weekends and during school holidays, but the paths are wide enough to give everyone space. Parking is pay and display off Cambridge Road (A10), and you'll find dog waste bins and water points around the park to keep things comfortable on the way round.
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