The Top 20 Lakes In West Scotland
Looking to visit the best lakes In West Scotland? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of West Scotland’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 21, 2025
Darnley Reservoir Pavilion
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This location is a breathtaking testament to nature's beauty, where lush greenery blankets rolling hills and vibrant flowers dot the landscape like splashes casinoromana.ro of paint on a canvas. The …
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Loch Lomond Shore at Ardleish
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Before the path leads from Loch Lomond into the interior, you will find several ideal spots for camping on a meadow right on the shore.
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Loch Garbad
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Loch Garbad is a beautiful hill loch located at the southern side of the Isle of Arran. Grab your packed lunch out of your bags and enjoy a picnic at this remote and peaceful location.
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Loch Lomond Shores and SEA LIFE Aquarium
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The aquarium is quite nice for a rainy day. Otherwise the shops are rather average.
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Arrochar Village and Loch Long
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Arrochar is, predictably, the best base for exploring the Arrochar Alps, some of Scotland's most accessible mountains. The range contains four Munros — Beinn Narnain, Beinn Ime, Ben Vorlich and …
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View of the Southern Shore of Loch Lomond
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This is a lovely view from the very southern banks of Loch Lomond, Great Britain's largest body of freshwater. From here, the loch stretches nearly 23 miles (37 km) into …
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Loch Long
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Loch Long is a body of water in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. The Sea Loch extends from the Firth of Clyde at its southwestern end. It measures approximately 20 miles …
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Kerr’s Folly Statue (Wee Peter), Bandry Bay
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This statue in Bandry Bay, just south of Luss, is called ‘Wee Peter’, a name which was conferred in recent times for reasons unknown. Most people think it is a …
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Loch Long Coastal Road
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A fantastic view of Loch Long just before a speedy descent down to join the road by the side of the loch.
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View of Loch Lomond
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From this spot, you are afforded a splendid view over Loch Lomond. For those walking the West Highland Way, this is the point where you say a fond farewell to the shores of this iconic and beautiful lake.
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