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Notable lake · Ulster, Ireland

Lough Aderry

Lough Aderry is a lake in Ulster, Ireland.

Lough Aderry: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Lough Aderry

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Lough Aderry — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 54.73678, -8.02489. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Lough Aderry full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Lough Aderry yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Lough Aderry?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Lough Aderry?

    Nearby: Lough Eske (lake, 5 km), Barnesmore (viewpoint, 7 km), Lough Ea (lake, 13 km), Donegal Castle (fort, 13 km), Ballyshannon District Electoral Division (fort, 34 km), Drumskinny Stone Circle (attraction, 34 km).

    Is Lough Aderry worth visiting?

    Lough Aderry is listed as a notable lake in Ireland on Spotwander.