The Top 12 Lakes in Cavan

Castle Lake is a popular area for hiking, especially for families due to the accessible trail around the perimeter of Castle Lake. Despite its popularity, the forest surrounding the water … read more

Crossing the bridge in Killykeen Forest Park is a great way to appreciate Lough Oughter. It's a popular place for fishing, especially for pike.

The Lough Ramor Viewing Spot is a great place to appreciate the large natural lake. There are picnic tables with sweeping views across the water, as well as an outdoor gym, if you have any energy left after your hike.

As well as hiking, fishing is a popular pastime at Castle Lake. The lake is full of pike, bream, roach, perch and eels. As you walk around, you will notice a number of these purpose built fishing pontoons.

Lough Gowna is a freshwater lake that's the uppermost lake on the River Erne. The lakes largest island was the site of a monastery founded in the 6th century. It … read more

Killykeen Forest Park sits on the shores of Lough Oughter which is part of the River Erne system. The park has a mixture of woodland and is popular with anglers. … read more

Killykeen Forest Park sits on the shores of Lough Oughter which is part of the River Erne system. The park has a mixture of woodland and is popular with anglers. … read more

Skeagh Lough Upper is a picturesque freshwater lake. Historically it held stocks of bream, pike, roach and perch. The lake also provides freshwater to nearby properties.

This stretch of road runs between Town Lake and Broompark Lough making it a perfect spot to stop and have a picnic or rest stop. Beautiful views all round!