Lough Tay

#51 among destinations in Ireland

Nature, Natural attraction, Top attraction, Lake

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Lough Tay, is a small but scenic lake set on private property in the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland. The lake lies between the mountains of Djouce 725 metres, and Luggala 595 metres, and is dominated by Luggala's east-facing granite cliffs. The lough is fed by the Cloghoge River, which then drains into Lough Dan to the south. Lough Tay forms part of the Guinness Estate at Luggala, and has limited public access. ()

Alternative names: Maximum depth: 115 ftElevation: 804 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°6'22"N, 6°16'1"W

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WicklowIreland

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Lough Tay – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Glenmacnass Waterfall, Great Sugar Loaf, Lough Dan, Tonduff.

4.1 miSW
Natural attraction, Park, Waterfall
Glenmacnass Waterfall, Laragh
104 min walk • Glenmacnass Waterfall is an 80-metre high waterfall situated at the head of the Glenmacnass Valley in the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland. The Glenmacnass Waterfall is a popular tourist destination and scenic viewpoint area in the Wicklow Mountains. The Waterfall is bounded to the west by Tonelagee, and to the east by Scarr mountain.
5.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Great Sugar Loaf
150 min walk • The Great Sugar Loaf Mountain is an iconic landmark in County Wicklow, Ireland, known for its distinctive conical shape that resembles a classic sugarloaf. Rising 501 meters above sea level, this mountain is not only a scenic spectacle but also a popular destination...
2.5 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lough Dan
64 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland, Lough Dan beckons nature lovers with its serene beauty and tranquil waters. This idyllic lake, bordered by lush greenery and rolling hills, offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
3.8 miN
Mountain
Tonduff, Wicklow Mountains National Park
98 min walk • Tonduff at 642 metres, is the 169th–highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin scale, and the 202nd–highest peak on the Vandeleur-Lynam scale. Tonduff is in the far northeastern section of the Wicklow Mountains, in Wicklow, Ireland.
2.9 miNW
Mountain
Carrigvore, Wicklow Mountains National Park
74 min walk • Carrigvore at 682 metres, is the 111th–highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin scale, and the 134th–highest peak on the Vandeleur-Lynam scale.
2.5 miSE
Garden, Park
Victor's Way, Roundwood
64 min walk • Victor's Way, located near Roundwood, County Wicklow, Ireland, is a privately owned meditation garden notable for its black granite sculptures. The 9-hectare property includes a number of small lakes and forested areas.
2 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Djouce, Wicklow Mountains National Park
53 min walk • Djouce at 725 metres, is the 74th–highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin scale, and the 91st–highest peak on the Vandeleur-Lynam scale.
5.7 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Kippure
145 min walk • Kippure at 757 metres, is the 56th-highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin scale, and the 72nd-highest peak on the Vandeleur-Lynam scale.
4 miSW
Mountain
Scarr, Laragh
102 min walk • Scarr at 641 metres, is the 174th–highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin scale, and the 207th–highest peak on the Vandeleur-Lynam scale. Scarr is situated in the central sector of the Wicklow Mountains range, but off main "central spine" of the range that runs from Kippure in the north, to Lugnaquillia in the south.
6 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Tonelagee, Wicklow Mountains National Park
153 min walk • Tonelagee at 817 metres, is the 25th–highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin scale, and the 33rd–highest peak on the Vandeleur-Lynam scale.
3.7 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Maulin, Wicklow Mountains National Park
96 min walk • Maulin, at 570 metres, is the 272nd–highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin scale, however, being below 600 m it does not rank on the Vandeleur-Lynam or Hewitt scales.