The Top 11 Lakes in Cavan
Looking to visit the best lakes in Cavan? 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 Cavan’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 20, 2025
Castle Lake Walks
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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 …
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Ramor Lough, Virginia
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A great spot to start your adventure from. Good parking near the Virginia Cycling club and the lake shore with easy access to Deerpark Forest.
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Fishing Pontoon at Castle Lake
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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.
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Lough Oughter Viewpoint
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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.
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Killykeen Forest Park
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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. …
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Lough Gowna
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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 …
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Derinish More Forest Path
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An incredibly beautiful loop around this peninsula surrounded by tall pine trees and of course lake water.
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Skeagh Lough Upper
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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.
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Lakeside picnic spot
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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!
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Coologe Lough Country Road
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A beautifully quiet country road with plenty of views of the surrounding countryside. You should also be able to see Coologe Lough at times along the road.
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