Caledonian Canal

The Top 5 Lakes around the Caledonian Canal

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

River Lochy at Inverlochy

Gairlochy Lighthouse at Loch Lochy

Loch Linnhe Scenic Ride

Loch Eil South Shore Road

Road to Loch Lundavra

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River Lochy at Inverlochy
Cycling Highlight
A wee part of Fort William that backs onto the river (“Burn” in Scotland) between Loch Linnie & The Caledonian Canal. Interlocks also has a Bike shop if you need …
Tip by Peter C Hall 🚲
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Gairlochy Lighthouse at Loch Lochy
Cycling Highlight
Part of Gairlochy. This has a lighthouse on an amazing Scottish Highland Loch. Amazing scenery. 🚲
Tip by Peter C Hall 🚲
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Loch Linnhe Scenic Ride
Road Cycling Highlight (Segment)
Road surface here is very bad. Not good on a road bike.
Tip by Allan P.
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Loch Eil South Shore Road
Cycling Highlight (Segment)
This quiet road runs on the south side of Loch Eil and is a safer and scenic alternative to the busier A830 on the north side. From Fort William, this …
Tip by Alice Baddeley
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Road to Loch Lundavra
Road Cycling Highlight (Segment)
This road is a stunning and beautifully quiet single track road out to Loch Lunn Da-Bhra. A steep road greets you out of Fort William and the sharply rolling nature …
Tip by Lizzy Banks
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