The Top 20 Lakes in the Grampian Mountains
Looking to visit the best lakes in the Grampian Mountains? 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 Grampian Mountains’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 19, 2025
View of Loch Lomond from Conic Hill
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Beautiful view of Loch Lomond and the Highlands. Especially for hikers of the 'West Highland Way' makes a nice prelude to the desire for the following days.
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Trail junction at Lochan Meall an t-Suidhe
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Lochan Meall an t-Suidhe is often referred to as the Halfway Lochan and it is a distinctive landmark when ascending the Ben from Glen Nevis. The 'halfway' tag should really …
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Stùc a' Chroin summit
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The two Munros of Stùc a' Chroin and Ben Vorlich, on the southern fringe of the Highlands, appear as an identical pair in many distant views. Closer up, they are …
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Loch an Eilein Castle
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Loch An Eilein Castle stands on a natural island just off the north-west shore of Loch An Eilein, deep in the Rothiemurchus Forest. The castle was built in the 13th …
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An Lochan Uaine (The Green Loch)
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Legend has it that An Lochan Ulaine (which means the Green Loch) is green because pixies used to wash their clothes in it. Whether you see a pixie or not, …
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The Lochan of the Lost Sword
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This lochan (small body of water) is famous for supposedly being the resting place for a number of ancient Scottish swords, cast aside to facilitate an escape from battle.
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Loch Morlich Beach
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Loch Morlich is a freshwater loch surrounded by award-winning sandy beaches. From the loch beaches, you are afforded spectacular views of the snow-clad peaks of the northern Cairngorms. Managed by …
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Milarrochy Bay
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Loch Lomond is a vast and extremely beautiful freshwater lake nestled amid a landscape of majestic mountains. The lake crosses the Highland Boundary Fault, often considered the boundary between the …
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Loch Garten
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Nestled amidst gorgeous woodland to the northeast of Aviemore, Loch Garten is a beautifully tranquil place for a stroll. It's a treat for birders, with many species to spot such …
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Loch Muick
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Glen Muick is part of the Balmoral Estate, Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family. You can discover lots of great walking routes in the area, plus see a variety …
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