Snipe Dales

Last Updated on April 22, 2024 by Suzy McCullough

Snipe Dales is a country park and nature reserve situated on the southern edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds. It is maintained by the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust. The valleys of Snipe Dales are fretted by streams and offer wonderful views.

The reserve has one of the few surviving semi-natural wet valley systems. In contrast, the country park offers a mix of woodland walks. This diversity is home to a wide range of birds and other wildlife including butterflies and dragonflies. There is a picnic area and toilets.

Snipe Dales has three waymarked trails that can be enjoyed throughout the year. These include a “There and back trail” which is a one-mile linear walk. Plus the “Country park trail” a one and a one-and-a-quarter-mile circular walk through the country park woodlands and “Snipe Dales round” a three and a three-and-a-half-mile circular walk through the reserve.

Not all paths are accessible and some can be wet or muddy so sturdy footwear is advisable. Paths can also be steep in places. Dogs are welcome on the first of these two walks. You can print a trail map out from their website or pick one up from the Warden’s office.

Further Information Snipe Dales

Is there food and drink available?

There is no cafe etc.

What are the main things to do?

Nature reserve and country park with walks on three trails and a picnic area. There are toilets.

What are the ticket prices?

It is free to visit and free to park.

Is there parking?

There is free parking at Snipe Dales Country Park and also at the nature reserve.

When are they open?

The reserve is open all year round, not all facilities are open all year.

Dog friendly?

Dogs are permitted on a short lead in the country park, not the nature reserve.

Are they accessible?

There is a disabled toilet. Wheelchair users may gain access to the marsh area by car (please ring in advance).

Please note that the map marker is not exact.