Connacht

The Top 20 Lakes in Connacht

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

Killary Fjord

Portumna Forest Park Lake View

Leenaun Waterfront

Pebble Beach at Lough Corrib

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Killary Fjord
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Not quite as beautiful as in Norway, but still a view over the fjord that is unique in Ireland.
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Portumna Forest Park Lake View
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Free entry and parking. Toilet in the parking lot. There are several suggested routes on the maps with descriptions. I really liked it in the forest and by the lake. …
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Leenaun Waterfront
Hiking Highlight
On the shore of Killary Harbour sits Leenaun. A popular calling point for tourists looking for adventure by foot, bike or by water. Especially stunning in autumn in its golden …
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Pebble Beach at Lough Corrib
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A nice, small beach secluded from the hustle and bustle right on the shores of Lough Corrib. From here you can see some of the small islands that are wildly …
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Slishwood Forest
Hiking Highlight
On this well-paved path you can enjoy the wonderful nature and the wonderful views of the lake. Here you can also meet a horse with a rider, which of course …
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Mulranny Beach
Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Mulranny Beach is a popular sandy beach southwest of Mulranny in County Mayo. The texture of the beach is a mixture of large pebbles and sand. The beach invites you to relax, swim and kayak.
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Mannin Bay Beach
Cycling Highlight
The road passes right alongside Mannin Bay. A beach so beautiful, it's hard not to get off to go and have a closer look. The crystal clear waters are very …
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Lough Fee
Cycling Highlight
A freshwater lake surrounded by mountains, Lough Fee is a calm and tranquil place to cycle and a good spot for bird watching. In the spring, the rhododendrons give a splash of bright colour to the lough's surrounds.
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Lough Gill
Cycling Highlight
Lough Gill is a beautiful large lake scattered with 20 small islands including the Lake Isle of Innisfree. The spectacular lake is surrounded by woodland giving it a real sense of peace and quiet.
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