The Top 20 Lakes in Malaga
Looking to visit the best lakes in Malaga? 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 Malaga’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 6, 2025
The Tajo de la Encantada dam is linked to the Villaverde dam by a large penstock visible from the town. This engineering work, designed to generate electricity, is located at …
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The water accumulates here before it flows through the canyon
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Public park with many interesting plants and trees and free roaming chickens and other animals.
In the water you can discover turtles.
In the northern part is still a worth seeing cactus park.
In the water you can discover turtles.
In the northern part is still a worth seeing cactus park.
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It is a large system of underground caves with two entrances. Cueva del Gato is the lower exit of the cave, with an impressive waterfall. The upper entrance is about …
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Almost picturesque, how the pavilion on the steep slope fits into the landscape of the Embalse del Conde de Guadalhorce reservoir. Maybe a bit cheesy, but the proportions of the …
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It is the largest salt lagoon on the Iberian Peninsula. It has a large population of flamingos, being one of the most important in Spain. It is an ideal place …
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The reservoir La Viñuela northeast of Málaga is a great and especially quiet hiking destination. Apart from shepherds, we hardly met anyone there. If it rains little in the summer …
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The Nacimiento consists of a spring, a small lake and a water reservoir for local water supply.
The water comes directly from the mountain and is absolutely clean, but also …
The water comes directly from the mountain and is absolutely clean, but also …
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Embalse de Guadalhorce: A beautiful turquoise lake surrounded by mountains and forests. Size: The lake has an area of approximately 780 hectares. It is used for water management, irrigation, electricity …
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Beautiful small and idyllic lake near Málaga. Unfortunately not completely clean and you can find a lot of garbage here. Nevertheless, a trip is worthwhile.
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