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Lower Rivington Reservoir – Rivington Pike loop from Lostock

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Lower Rivington Reservoir – Rivington Pike loop from Lostock

Moderate

4.2

(5)

115

riders

Lower Rivington Reservoir – Rivington Pike loop from Lostock

02:31

37.9km

430m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 218 m

After 30.4 km for 276 m

After 37.7 km for 218 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

1.72 km

Closes Gate Plantation

Forest

12.8 km

Road With Views

Highlight • Cycleway

18.2 km

View of Rivington Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Hold on tight when you descend down towards the lake. Stunning views, well worth the climb.

Tip by

24.0 km

Yarrow Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This reservoir is named after the River Yarrow and is set within the stunning landscapes of the Yarrow Valley, a peaceful rural area with superb views all around.

Tip by

25.1 km

Anglezarke Bridge and Reservoir Viewpoint

Highlight • Lake

Knowsley Lane crosses over Rivington but it has wonderful views of the water and the other side there are steps that the water runs down. which is interesting to view

Tip by

27.8 km

Lower Rivington Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Lower Rivington Reservoir is at the end of the Rivington chain of reservoirs in Lancashire, England, with Upper Rivington Reservoir to the north, and Rivington Water Treatment Works to the …

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28.1 km