The Top 9 Lakes around the Oich
Looking to visit the best lakes around the Oich? 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 Oich’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 30, 2025
Laggan Locks
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Laggan Locks is home to a small cafe and a couple of glamping options too. The locks separate Loch Lochy from Loch Oich, maintaining the water level on the northeast side – the highest stretch of the Caledonian Canal.
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Path Along Loch Laggan
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The new way is beautiful. There are now some boards with very interesting information and some new rest areas.
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Trail along Loch Lochy at Meall Dubh
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Must have been completed in may or june 2023, not on any map yet.
With benches info tablets in curves.
With benches info tablets in curves.
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Great Glen Way — High Route: View over Loch Ness
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The High Route begins on forest tracks and ascends high above Loch Ness; affording breathtaking views over the water. This option has around 600 feet (183 metres) of extra ascent …
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View of Loch Lochy
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Difficult to describe and photos are just a snapshot of this magnificent scenery.
You have to experience it yourself, and rain is part of it.
You have to experience it yourself, and rain is part of it.
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View of Loch Ness
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The end-side of Loch Ness, giving a unique view upon the lochs 'small' side. Also from the old harbor at Fort Augustus you'll have some nice views on the loch.
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Wild Campsite and View of Loch Lochy
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Very beautiful, lonely wild camping site at Loch Lochy with marvelous view over the lake. On the flat paninsula several little creeks flow into Loch Lochy.
Approximatley six little tents …
Approximatley six little tents …
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Glas-dhoire Trailblazer Campsite
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One of the loveliest Trailblazer camping spots on Loch Lochy beach and not at a lock. Two fireplaces, two composting toilets (right by the trail), and a shelter. Danger! mosquito …
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View of the Abandoned Boat on Loch Oich
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From the jetty for guests arriving by boat there is a beautiful view of the wreck and Loch Oich
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