Midlothian

The Top 5 Lakes in Midlothian

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

Glencorse Reservoir

Gladhouse Reservoir Scenic Road Section

Loganlea Reservoir

North Esk Reservoir

Rosebery Reservoir Rolling Road

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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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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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North Esk Reservoir
Hiking Highlight
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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Rosebery Reservoir Rolling Road
Road Cycling Highlight (Segment)
East to West takes you up a short climb through the trees, which still has a good view of the reservoir below. Not the smoothest in places but other nearby roads make up for that.
Tip by Josh
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