Best lakes around gmina Raków are found in a region characterized by natural landscapes and recreational opportunities. The area features significant water bodies, including artificial reservoirs that serve as key attractions. These lakes are set amidst gentle hills and green areas, often within protected natural parks. The region provides a setting for various outdoor activities and relaxation.
Last updated: July 2, 2026
Highlight • Lake
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Highlight • Trail
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Highlight • Trail
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Highlight • Rest Area
Translated by Google •
Tip by
Start today with a free account
Your next adventure awaits.
Login or Signup
The "Sosnowy cuddly" campsite is a great place to relax, although there are many people there on weekends. Toilets and showers are of a good standard, clean and well-maintained. The water in Lake Czarna is clean, and there is a pier on the small beach.
1
0
Further on, right next to the trail, there is an inactive quarry on Leśna Góra in Starochęciny The quarry in Starochciny and some of the greatest tourist attractions of the Świętokrzyskie province: modern solutions and respect for history, i.e. the Leonardo da Vinci Science Centre and the Chęciny Starosts' Court, the majestic Royal Castle in Chęciny towering over the city
3
0
The former water mill in Bieleckie Młyny, and the trail turns left before the mill and the bridge over Czarna Nida and leads towards the Morawica Reservoir. From here it is not far to the Świętokrzyska Calvary and the ruins of the Oraczewski chapel and the former water mill in Morawica. Nearby, in the historic manor park with an outbuilding built in 1858, you can contemplate the beauty of nature and catch your breath before continuing your hike, which through Brzeziny, next to the late Renaissance, historic church and Nida, including the peak of Mount Hoża (Hosa), leads to the Chęciny commune, located in the Chęcińsko-Kielce Landscape Park. At 37.4 km of the trail, we will reach the Lipowica Reservoir - once forgotten, today it is a recreational place with educational and natural values, with bicycle, walking and educational paths, as well as viewing terraces.
3
0
Further along the trail, you can see the remains of Mieczysław Drewicz's manor house, which was a partisan outpost during World War II. In its vicinity and in the area of Wydrzysz, a number of bunkers were built, which until almost the end of the war served as storage and supply facilities for underground organizations. At 17.8 km of the trail, from the mountain without a name (256.9 m above sea level), there is a beautiful view of the Czarna Nida valley and the Świętokrzyskie Mountains in the distance. Going further, you pass the inactive Łabędziów quarry,
3
0
Green hiking trail Daleszyce - Chęciny, a whole 45 km of adventure. The trail starts just behind the market square in Daleszyce, runs through the Daleszyce Range, near the Słopiec Reserve, which includes protected natural peat bogs and sites of many rare plants, passes an inactive Paleozoic limestone quarry with several-meter-high rock walls and beautiful stromatoporoids and the Borków reservoir, runs all the way to the forest growing on the Szczecniański Ridge, where it crosses the borders of the Morawica commune and at the same time the border between the buffer zone of the Cisowsko-Orłowiński Landscape Park and the Chmielnicko-Szydłowski Protected Landscape Area. Walking along the forest wall, from a distance we will notice the buildings of Radomice II and beautiful autumn landscapes of fields and meadows. Deviating from the trail for a moment towards the forest at 12.2 km, we can reach one of many geological attractions. This is the Devil's Stone - a rocky outcrop made of Devonian sandstone with an interesting structure. Legend has it that the devil planned to throw this boulder on the church in Lisów, but when the church bells rang, he dropped it and it has remained there to this day.
3
0
Sometimes flocks of ducks accompany you on your run.
3
0
The boulevard by the reservoir is a good place for running, with little or no traffic
3
0
The reservoir built in 1976[3] has an area of 35.70 hectares and a volume of 685.6 thousand m³ (normal water level). At normal water level, the water surface is at a height of 245.5 m above sea level, and at winter water level, at a height of 245.0 m above sea level. The greatest depth of the reservoir is over four meters, with an average depth of two meters. The reservoir has two islands
3
0
The primary recreational hub in the region is Jezioro Chańcza, an artificial reservoir known for its extensive water sports opportunities, sandy beaches, and surrounding natural beauty. Additionally, the area features the Borków Reservoir, which offers amenities like the Beach Bar at the Borków Reservoir, and Lake Czarna, home to the Sosnowy Przytulasek Campsite.
Jezioro Chańcza is ideal for water sports enthusiasts. You can enjoy swimming, kayaking, boating, paddle boating, windsurfing, motorboating, and wakeboarding. There are typically supervised swimming areas available during the summer season.
Yes, both Jezioro Chańcza and the Borków Reservoir offer family-friendly environments. Jezioro Chańcza has sandy beaches and numerous resorts and campsites. The Borków Reservoir features the Beach Bar at the Borków Reservoir, providing a place to eat and relax by the water. Lake Czarna also has the Sosnowy Przytulasek Campsite with clean water and a pier.
The lakes are surrounded by picturesque landscapes, offering various routes for hiking and cycling. A popular option is a roughly 15 km trail around Jezioro Chańcza, starting and ending in Raków. For more extensive adventures, consider the Daleszyce–Chęciny Trail, a 45 km green hiking trail that passes near the Borków reservoir and offers views of the Czarna Nida valley. You can find more hiking options in the Easy hikes around gmina Raków guide.
Yes, Jezioro Chańcza is a popular spot for anglers and is frequented year-round for fishing.
The lakes are nestled within beautiful natural settings. Jezioro Chańcza is part of the Cisowsko-Orłowiński Landscape Park and the Chmielnicko-Szydłowski Protected Landscape Area, featuring gentle hills, expansive green areas, and diverse flora. Trails like the Daleszyce–Chęciny Trail offer views of the Czarna Nida valley and Świętokrzyskie Mountains.
Yes, the Boulevard by the Reservoir is a suitable place for running with minimal traffic, offering pleasant views of the reservoir and sometimes even flocks of ducks.
There are several cycling routes, including a challenging blue bicycle trail around Rakov and Jezioro Chańcza, spanning nearly 30 km. For more options, explore the Cycling around gmina Raków and Road Cycling Routes around gmina Raków guides.
Around Jezioro Chańcza, you'll find numerous resorts, holiday homes, campsites, and various dining establishments. The Borków Reservoir area also offers amenities like the Beach Bar at the Borków Reservoir, and Lake Czarna has the Sosnowy Przytulasek Campsite with good facilities.
The lakes, particularly Jezioro Chańcza, are highly valued for active recreation and peaceful relaxation, making them perfect for a weekend getaway or longer holiday. The summer season is especially popular for water sports and beach activities, with supervised swimming areas available.
While the lakes themselves are primarily recreational, the surrounding region has historical significance. The Daleszyce–Chęciny Trail, for instance, passes by the remains of Mieczysław Drewicz's manor house, which served as a partisan outpost during World War II, and other historical points of interest.


Still not found your perfect lake around gmina Raków? Check out the guides of these regions to see even more beautiful places.