Howgate

The Top 13 Lakes around Howgate

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

Threipmuir Reservoir

Glencorse Reservoir

Gladhouse Reservoir Scenic Road Section

Torduff Reservoir

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Threipmuir Reservoir
Cycling Highlight
Superb spot at the foot of the Pentlands, easy gravel paths and lots of swimming spots. Busy with walkers and cyclists.
Tip by Neil Henderson 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
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Glencorse Reservoir
Hiking Highlight
The Glencorse Reservoir is held back by an earth dam built in the early 1820's. The water was used to power the mills downstream and provide drinking water to Edinburgh and the surrounding area.
Tip by 51m
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Gladhouse Reservoir Scenic Road Section
Cycling Highlight (Segment)
Gladhouse Reservoir is just a short drive from Edinburgh and just to the west of the Moorfoot Hills. This peaceful wildlife haven offers visitors great hiking and cycling opportunities. This …
Tip by David Howells
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Torduff Reservoir
Hiking Highlight
Torduff Reservoir is man made and yet is has been described as feeling like a secret of nature - you'll likely feel the same!

It's fed by a burn, surrounded …
Tip by Adie
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