Best places: Nature preserves in East Hertfordshire

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Barton Hills NNR
Nature preserve
Rolling countryside & scenic place to walk featuring grazing ponies & sweeping views from the top.
4.80 (1K reviews) (~31.02 km from centre)
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Epping Forest
National forest
👍👍 Had a lovely walk in Epping forest from one end to the other. Beautiful forest and tress. Really enjoyed it with today's excellent weather. Highly recommended. Seems to be excellent for cyclists as well who were out in considerable numbers.
4.70 (3K reviews) (~22.27 km from centre)
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College Lake
Nature preserve
👍 Disused chalk pits, now a wildlife haven especially for birds. Friendly staff, nice cafe. Lovely walk around the lakes, with scattered bird hides. Entrance is free but you're encouraged to leave a donation for the car park. Leave your dogs and bikes at home.
4.70 (1K reviews) (~45.48 km from centre)
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Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
77-hectare nature area with lakes, meadows & woodland, noted for its nightingales & cormorants.
4.70 (683 reviews) (~46.53 km from centre)
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Hainault Forest
Country park
Walking trails in a forest park with adventure play area, fishing lake and varied zoo with a cafe.
4.60 (3.7K reviews) (~28.43 km from centre)
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WWT London Wetland Centre
Nature preserve
Wetland nature reserve with 6 bird spotting hides plus a cafe, daily tours and specialist talks.
4.60 (3.1K reviews) (~46.55 km from centre)
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Walthamstow Wetlands, London Wildlife Trust
Nature preserve
Urban nature reserve comprising 10 reservoirs, with birdwatching plus a cafe & visitors centre.
4.60 (2.4K reviews) (~31.54 km from centre)
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National Trust - Hatfield Forest
Nature preserve
Tranquil, ancient royal hunting grounds with grass paths, a forest walk and 1200-year-old trees.
$$ $$
4.60 (2.3K reviews) (~14.94 km from centre)
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Ruislip Woods
Nature preserve
726-acre nature reserve with native plants & wildlife, plus a network of walking/biking paths.
4.60 (2K reviews) (~42.96 km from centre)
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Parkland Walk
Nature preserve
Wooded nature preserve along a former rail line with old platforms & a trail for walking & biking.
4.60 (1.8K reviews) (~33.74 km from centre)
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RSPB Rainham Marshes
Nature preserve
Bird-rich former marshland firing range with accessible boardwalks and a modern visitor centre.
4.60 (1.7K reviews) (~44.64 km from centre)
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Woodberry Wetlands, London Wildlife Trust
Nature preserve
Regenerated urban wetland conservation area on 27 acres with boardwalks, a café & rich birdlife.
4.60 (1.6K reviews) (~33.24 km from centre)
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Wandlebury Country Park
Country park
Sheep and cattle graze in this wildlife-rich nature reserve with 8 miles of winding footpaths.
4.60 (1.1K reviews) (~34.8 km from centre)
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Norsey Wood Local Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
Wildlife-rich woodland area with 2km of walking trails past ponds, valleys and a WWI trench.
4.70 (438 reviews) (~39.21 km from centre)
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RSPB The Lodge
Nature preserve
Reserve for woodland bird spotting, plus 5 miles of trails through gardens, heath and grassland.
4.60 (1K reviews) (~34.14 km from centre)
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Walthamstow Marshes
Park
Sunday leagues play football at the southern edge of this huge open area beside the River Lea.
4.60 (946 reviews) (~33.32 km from centre)
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Stocker's Lake Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wow! I had the most amazing time exploring Stocker's Lake Nature Reserve and Rickmansworth Aquadrome. It was like stepping into a fairytale! Let me tell you, this place is a hidden gem! The nature reserve is so lush and green, and the winding pathways make for a delightful adventure. Th...
4.80 (268 reviews) (~43.24 km from centre)
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RSPB Fen Drayton Lakes
Nature preserve
👍 So many beautiful lakes to walk around and birds to see and hear. There are a few places to park but it can get close to full at weekends. The roads leading up to the site could do with pot holes being filled in. The paths are muddy in winter so wear sensible foot ware. Such a relaxing place to go…
4.70 (401 reviews) (~49.62 km from centre)
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Tring Reservoirs
Nature preserve
👍👍 Lovely walking track along the water reservoir with possibility of cycling which I won’t recommend as it can be slippery. Canal route with penalty of boats. There are many benches along the entire route to sit and admire the views. Large car parking area. There is a pub and restaurant next to the ca...
4.70 (397 reviews) (~46.93 km from centre)
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Barton Hills NNR
Nature preserve
👍👍 Great place to go for a peaceful walk along the hills (Barton Hills) and by the spring. Am always here; the walk always helps clear my mind :) Try to get to The Pudding Shop just down the road first for a coffee and a sweet treat
4.80 (260 reviews) (~31.02 km from centre)
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