The Top 9 Lakes around Loch Ness
Looking to visit the best lakes around Loch Ness? 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 Loch Ness’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: September 30, 2025
This gravel beach extends into Loch Ness where the famous Nessie monster is said to live. It's a pleasant place for a stop on a walk and gives lovely views down the length of the Loch.
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Just run into the water.
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Lying in Glen Mor - the Great Glen - Loch Ness is the largest freshwater lake in Britain. Shrouded in myth and legend, it's home to Nessie, the famous Loch Ness Monster.
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Clansman Harbor overlooks the Caledonian Canal.
An underpass leads to the Caledonian Canal. The Caledonian Canal runs through the Great Glen and connects the east and west coasts of Scotland. …
An underpass leads to the Caledonian Canal. The Caledonian Canal runs through the Great Glen and connects the east and west coasts of Scotland. …
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This is one of the best views of Loch Ness. Perhaps you might spot the Loch Ness Monster?! The mysterious Nessie was first photographed in 1933 and continues to be …
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