The Top 6 Lakes in Leitrim
Looking to visit the best lakes in Leitrim? 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 Leitrim’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 20, 2025
There are fantastic views of Lough Rynn along this road which notably has an olympic sized rowing course.
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The triangular-shaped Lough Allen is a beautiful lake on the River Shannon, out of which the Shannon takes it source. Measuring 9 miles (14.5 km) long and 3 miles (5 km) in width, the lake is an impressive sight.
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Lough Scur is a freshwater lake that has been home to humans for thousands of years. It is thought that Mesolithic hunter-gatherers visited the lake as early as 8,000 BC. …
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Fantastic floating boardwalk that crosses Acre Lake and certainly makes an interesting surface to cycle on! Take care of walkers.
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From the road here you gain views of Garadice Lake, a picturesque freshwater lake. The lake is popular for fishing and has good numbers of pike.
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The wooden footbridge leads directly over the small lake.
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