Kerry's Scenic Lakes
County Kerry’s landscape is defined by its glacial heritage, featuring a mix of expansive lowland waters and high-altitude corrie lakes. This collection includes Lough Leane, the largest of Killarney’s three lakes, known for its historical monastic ruins and medieval castle. Further west, Lough Currane provides a premier habitat for Atlantic salmon and sea trout. The list also highlights remote mountain tarns like Coomlougha, situated within the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, and Looscaunagh Lough, which marks the entrance to the rugged Black Valley.
A Lough Leane
Lough Leane is the largest of the three lakes of Killarney, in County Kerry.
Lough Currane
Freshwater lake near Waterville known for sea trout and Atlantic salmon fishing. It is connected to the Atlantic Ocean via the short Currane River.
Black Lake
One of several glacial lakes situated within the Gap of Dunloe, a narrow mountain pass between the MacGillycuddy's Reeks and Purple Mountain.
Coomlougha Lough
High-altitude corrie lake in the MacGillycuddy's Reeks, positioned along the Coomlougha Horseshoe hiking route near Carrauntoohil.
Coomeeneragh Lake
Mountain lake set within a deep glacial cirque on the Iveragh Peninsula, accessible via hiking trails from the Sneem area.
Lough Beg
Small freshwater lake located in the Glencar region, forming part of the upper Caragh River catchment area.
Looscaunagh Lough
Roadside lake on the N71 mountain pass between Killarney and Kenmare, providing a viewpoint overlooking the Black Valley.
Cloon Lough
Glacial lake in the Glencar valley, surrounded by the peaks of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks and used for brown trout fishing.
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