Geography: Lakes

Lough Neagh

Loch Rannoch

The United Kingdom, encompassing the island of Great Britain and the northeastern part of the island of Ireland, is known for its rich history, diverse landscapes, and cultural heritage. It is home to numerous significant lakes, each contributing to the nation's natural beauty and ecological diversity. Among these, Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, stands out for its scenic beauty and popularity as a destination for outdoor recreation and tourism. The following table provides an overview of the UK's major lakes, focusing on key aspects such as the lake's surface area, its elevation above sea level, its primary water source, and the nature of its outflow.

Lake Name	Area	Elevation	Water Source	Outflow
Lough Neagh	396 km² (153 mi²)	16 m (52 ft)	Rainfall and rivers, including the Upper Bann, Blackwater, and the Six Mile Water	River Bann
Loch Ness	56 km² (22 mi²)	15.8 m (52 ft)	Rivers Oich and Enrick	River Ness
Loch Lomond	71.12 km² (27.5 mi²)	6 m (20 ft)	Endrick Water, as well as rainfall and small streams	River Leven
Loch Morar	26.7 km² (10.3 mi²)	9 m (30 ft)	Rainfall and mountain runoff	River Morar
Loch Awe	38.5 km² (14.9 mi²)	40 m (131 ft)	River Orchy and numerous small streams	River Awe
Lake Windermere	14.73 km² (5.69 mi²)	9 m (30 ft)	Rainfall, as well as rivers and streams, including the Brathay, Rothay, Trout Beck, and Cunsey Beck	River Leven
Loch Tay	26.4 km² (10.2 mi²)	150 m (492 ft)	Rivers Dochart and Lochay	River Tay
Loch Ericht	18 km² (7 mi²)	308 m (1,011 ft)	Rainfall and mountain runoff	River Ericht
Loch Rannoch	19.55 km² (7.55 mi²)	150 m (292 ft)	River Gaur, rainfall	River Tummel
Loch Shiel	19.34 km² (7.47 mi²)	30 m (98 ft)	Rainfall and mountain runoff	River Shiel