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The Top 20 Lakes in Wicklow

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

Last updated: November 8, 2025

Upper Lake, Glendalough

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The Upper Lake is probably the most formative lake in the Wicklow Mountains. When the water is calm, the mountains are reflected all around on the surface. Just a nice …

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The Wicklow Way

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The Wicklow Way is on the one side a good trail for beginners, it is well marked and the amount of climbs is doable. On the other side you will …

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Pegasus Statues at Triton Lake

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Prepare to be enchanted by the captivating presence of the winged Pegasus Horses in the heart of the Italian Garden at Powerscourt Estate. 🐎🕊️ Standing proudly beside Triton Lake, these …

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Triton Lake

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Beautiful pond with a Triton statue

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Lakeside Forest Path, Upper Lake, Wicklow Mountains National Park

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Parallel to the busy main path, a narrow, idyllic forest path leads directly along the shore of the Upper Lake, most of which is not marked on the map.

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View of the Glenealo River and Valley

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The wild river Glenealo runs almost parallel to the hiking trail.

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Turlough Hill Reservoir

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Artificial water reserve. Access closed to the public. The entire perimeter of the water reserve is fenced and closed to the public. Necessary to go around it to continue.

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Blessington Lake

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Surely one of the most spectacular artificial lakes in the region. Roads around it are usually very quiet and spot minimum car traffic, which makes it a prime destination for cyclists.

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Vartry Reservoir

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This reservoir was formed between 1862 and 1868 by constructing a dam across the river Vartry. Around the reservoir is plenty of thriving wildlife, flora and mountain views to take in.

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View of Lough Tay

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Breathtaking views over Ireland. Very nice hiking trails (at least in the national park). You will never stop being amazed. The paved mountain paths are very good and are not something you see in Germany.

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The Top 20 Lakes in Wicklow

Upper Lake, Glendalough

The Wicklow Way

Pegasus Statues at Triton Lake

Triton Lake

Lakeside Forest Path, Upper Lake, Wicklow Mountains National Park

View of the Glenealo River and Valley

Turlough Hill Reservoir

Blessington Lake

Vartry Reservoir

View of Lough Tay

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