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The Top 19 Lakes in Mayo

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

Last updated: October 26, 2025

Derradda Community Centre Trailhead

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There are three great loop walks that begin at the Derradda Community Centre about 3.5km (2.2 miles) west of Newport just off the Newport/Mulranny Road (N59). There is a signpost …

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Mulranny Beach

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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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Sheeffry Pass and Tawnyard Lough

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A quiet, widely unknown pass road with gorgeous views. Picnic area with one of the best views you can get in Mayo.

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Doolough Valley

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An absolutely stunning length of valley road running along Doo Lough with views of the Ben Creggan peaks.

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View of Clew Bay

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The ascent to Croagh Patrick offers beautiful view over Clew Bay with its 117 islands. Take a look to enjoy this awesome overview!

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View of Clew Bay

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This is a stunning view over Clew Bay from the Great Western Greenway. Look out for the hundreds of small islands that dot the picturesque scene.

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View across the bay

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It is worth hiking the entire Sli Grainne Uaile Loop. Also the views south to Clare Island are gorgeous.

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Lough Acorrymore

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The film Banshees of Inisherin was partially filmed at this quiet mountain lake.

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Between the Lakes

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Varied tour with a beautiful view of the Clew Bay, cozy slopes and salt and fresh water lakes

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View of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay

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Riding along the Quay Coast Road you will discover both beautiful coastal views but also gorgeous vistas over the water to Croagh Patrick / Cruach Phádraig.

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The Top 19 Lakes in Mayo

Derradda Community Centre Trailhead

Mulranny Beach

Sheeffry Pass and Tawnyard Lough

Doolough Valley

View of Clew Bay

View of Clew Bay

View across the bay

Lough Acorrymore

Between the Lakes

View of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay

Other adventures in Mayo

Most popular routes in Mayo

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