The Top 20 Lakes around Penicuik And District
Looking to visit the best lakes around Penicuik And District? 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 Penicuik And District’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 11, 2025
View of Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth
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Incredibly great views over Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth.
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Glencorse Reservoir
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Nestled amongst the Pentland Hills, Glencorse Reservoir is incredibly picturesque. It was built between 1820 and 1824 to provide water to mills in the area and supply drinking water to …
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St Margaret's Loch and the ruins of St Anthony's Chapel
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An artificial loch.
The ruined St Anthony's Chapel stands above St Margaret's Loch. Saint Margaret of Scotland (c. 1045-1093), also known as Margaret of Wessex, was an English princess and a Scottish queen.
The ruined St Anthony's Chapel stands above St Margaret's Loch. Saint Margaret of Scotland (c. 1045-1093), also known as Margaret of Wessex, was an English princess and a Scottish queen.
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Threipmuir Reservoir
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Superb spot at the foot of the Pentlands, easy gravel paths and lots of swimming spots. Busy with walkers and cyclists.
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Gladhouse Reservoir Scenic Road Section
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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 …
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Dunsapie Loch
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The Dunsapie Loch invites you to linger.
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Torduff Reservoir
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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 …
It's fed by a burn, surrounded …
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Loganlea Reservoir
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Completed in 1851, Loganlea Reservoir is dammed by a wall standing 59 feet (18 m) high, and can hold 118 million imperial gallons of water. Today it's a popular fishing …
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Harlaw Reservoir
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Harlaw Reservoir is a popular spot for outdoor activities including walking, fishing, and wildlife watching. One of the highlights is a small embankment on the far side of the reservoir …
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North Esk Reservoir
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North Esk Reservoir is an easy 5k walk from Carlops village. You can park your car in the village and choose one of the two main paths or do a …
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Forest Track Beside Harlow Reservoir
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A great alternative to the main track by going through the trees. You'll almost always end up taking a slightly different line in the trees as you weave through the …
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