The Top 20 Lakes in the MacGillycuddy's Reeks
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Last updated: October 6, 2025
Muckross Lake is also known as the Middle Lake (the other two being Lough Leane and Upper Lake), or the Torc, for its proximity to Torc Mountain. It is Ireland's …
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As the name suggests, this is where the three lakes of Killarney meet. The view of the historic stone bridge is particularly beautiful. A few meters from here you can stop in the tea room in Dinis Cottage.
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The passage is quite an adventure... With many great photo spots.
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The two lakes are very refreshing and invite you to take a break and have a picnic. It doesn't always have to be a summit 😉😊
The other lake is called Lough Gouragh, also very beautiful.
The other lake is called Lough Gouragh, also very beautiful.
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The path to Library Point is just over 2km from Ross Castle and is the most direct route. It can be extended to a beautiful 5km return trip by including …
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A freshwater fishing lake, Lough Acoose is home to the endangered European Eel. The views from the roads lining the banks of the lough are beautiful. With the backdrop of the mountains, you could be anywhere.
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The summit is easy to reach, as long stretches of the ascent are covered with wooden floorboards. The view becomes more beautiful with every meter of altitude.
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Beautiful gravel course that winds on gravel paths also inside the woods, starting from Lord Brandon Cottage and arriving on the main road that leads to Killarney, along the lake.
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Hidden away from the crowds and tucked away in the shadow of Mangerton Mountain is the Devil's Punch Bowl. Most visitors to the area will head for Torc Mountain so …
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From here you have a better view of Muckross Lake and Lough Leane than from the summit of Torc Mountain, especially when the clouds are low.
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