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The Top 12 Lakes in Angus

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

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Auchintaple Loch

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    Auchintaple Loch, a popular spot for walkers on the Cateran Trail, features a boat house on its far side. Although man-made, the area is rich in history, with nearby remnants …

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    Loch Brandy is a lovely mountain corrie surrounded by steep craggy slopes. The path up from Clova is well maintained and not too far but quite steep. There is a …

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    This man-made loch, created by damming the burn flowing down the glen, is a peaceful spot renowned for its excellent fly fishing opportunities, where anglers can catch wild brown and …

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    Nice walk up to the waterfall of Unich, if doing the circuit up by the waters it is a steep and very rough climb. Once on the open top of …

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    This local nature reserve managed by the Scottish Wildlife Trust is an important habitat for birdlife. In the summer it's home to breeding songbirds and during the winter it's an …

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    You can choose between 4 different trails of different lengths in Crombie Country Park. Fantastic strolls through the forest are guaranteed!
    My walk, following mostly the “Discovery Trail”, offers also …

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    Well worth a visit, the free-to-enter wildlife centre at Montrose Basin has something for all the family.

    An important place for migratory birds to roost and feed, the tidal basin …

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    As you make your way along the ridge of the Lundie Craigs, you will be afforded some unforgettable views over Long Loch and the surrounding countryside of the county of Angus.

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    Monikie Country Park is a beautiful public space situated near Dundee in Scotland. The park features two large freshwater reservoirs and invites visitors to fish, sail, walk, and just generally enjoy this refreshing outdoor space.

    Tip by Grace Mulligan

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Last updated:
September 2, 2025

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