The Top 11 Lakes around Carlops

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

Glencorse Reservoir

Threipmuir Reservoir

Gladhouse Reservoir Scenic Road Section

Loganlea Reservoir

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Glencorse Reservoir
Cycling Highlight
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 …
Tip by Amy
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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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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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Loganlea Reservoir
Cycling Highlight
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 …
Tip by Katherine Moore
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