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Helensburgh

The Top 18 Lakes around Helensburgh

Looking to visit the best lakes around Helensburgh? 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 Helensburgh’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 11, 2025

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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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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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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Ducks on Loch Lomond

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People come to feed ducks here as well as seagulls. The ducks are so used to people that you can stand next to them and they do not even flinch. Feel free to bring bread. 😊

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Luss Pier

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Luss, Scottish Gaelic: Lus; meaning "herb", is a village in Argyll and Bute in Scotland, on the west shore of Loch Lomond.

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Balloch Marina

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Balloch is known as the gateway to the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. It's well-connected to Glasgow by train, making it a popular destination for a day trip. …

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Loch Thom

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Loch Thom is a reservoir which has supplied drinking water to Greenock and the surrounding area since 1827. It's a popular fishing venue and pretty area for a walk.

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Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

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Lovely smooth tarmac from the main road, then some undulating gravel past the lochs before rejoining a lovely single track road.

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Gouk Hill Ponds

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Two small ponds about 650 feet (200 m) from the top of the hill. Probably not suitable for swimming but a nice stop on the way up the hill.

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Path Beside Loch Long

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If heading north, don't miss the signpost near the top of the climb!
This is the start of an brilliant steep singletrack descent to Loch Goil and then onto Carrick …

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