Lough Oughter (Irish: loch Uachtair) is a lake, or complex of lakes, in county Cavan covering more than 8,900 hectares (22,000 acres). The complex of lakes lies on the River Erne and forms the southern part of the Lough Erne complex. The lakes are bounded roughly by Belturbet in the north, Cavan town to the east, Crossdoney to the south and Killeshandra to the west. Shore Surface: Sandy/Pebbles/Grass. Paddling: Yes. Jumping Or Diving: No. Lifeguard During Summer: No. Family Friendly: Yes. Swim Buoys: No
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Indoor / outdoorOutdoor
CostFree admission
What's thereSwimming Spot (Sea/Lake/River)
AmenitiesCar Parking
AccessibilityAccessible: No.
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Data from Get Ireland Active — Sport Ireland 2023, CC BY 4.0
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