One of the most underrated counties on the island of Ireland is home to plenty of fun stuff, including this gorgeous lake . Lough Erne is made up of two connected lakes in Co Fermanagh , Northern Ireland .
Offering an array of things to do including watersports and hiking , as well as luxury stays, Lough Erne should be on more Irish travel bucket lists. Located in the criminally overlooked Co Fermanagh, it is also surrounded by other amazing things to do that could all add up to a whole weekend's worth of craic .
Both lakes, the Lower Lough and Upper Lough offer some great experiences that you won't forget anytime soon. There is Erne Water Taxi who offer luxury guided tours of the lakes.
The all-electric boats hold 12 people and make for a unique floating venue taking in some of the best sights around. The company also has cocktail-making cruises and party boat experiences.
Meanwhile, there is also Castle Archdale Boat Hire & Watersports for those who are looking for a thrill. There are a range of activities on offer here including boat hire, hydro bike rentals, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and even pike fishing.
As well as thrilling water activities, you should take in some of the sights around Lough Erne during your time in Fermanagh including Devenish Island.
Close to the lake, there are also attractions that you will probably fall in love with. There is the aptly named Stairway to Heaven , which takes you up a mountain for some dramatic views of the surrounding landscape.
Meanwhile, the Marble Arch Caves are definitely worth checking out. We can guarantee that you've probably never seen anything like it.
For those looking to experience a bit of luxury when visiting Co Fermanagh, there are some gorgeous places for you to stay. The most notable are Lough Erne Resort and Rossharbour Resort.
Those who have visited Lough Erne before have given it high praise. One Tripadvisor reviewer wrote: "Most beautiful place with stunning views! Really peaceful! Sadly the pike stayed hidden from us! Hopefully next time we get one!"
Another commented: "The larger lower lake is the most spectacular and should be seen at a leisurely pace in order not to miss the numerous viewpoints and photographic opportunities."
A third wrote: "We drove alongside this lough on our way to Donegal. It is beautiful. I really wish we had had time to go back and explore it by boat."
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