Lakes within an hour or two of Skofja Loka

Lake Trboje is a reservoir on the Sava River in the Gorenjska region, formed behind the hydroelectric dam near the village of Trboje. Its quiet banks suit an easy walk or a spot of birdwatching. The lake lies a short drive from Kranj and Medvode.

Lake Zbilje is an artificial lake on the Sava River near the village of Zbilje, created by the dam of a hydroelectric power plant. Its calm water and wooded shoreline make it a common spot for an easy walk, rowing or a quiet stop by the water. It lies in central Slovenia, a short drive northwest of Ljubljana near Medvode.

Črnava is a small lake in the Gorenjska region, located near Preddvor at the foot of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. It makes an easy stop for a short lakeside stroll with views toward the surrounding hills. The area suits a relaxed half-day outing combined with other sights in the Kranj area.

Koseze Pond (Koseški bajer) is a small body of water in the Koseze district on the western edge of Ljubljana, in central Slovenia. It is a quiet spot for a short, easy walk around the shore, close to the city's residential neighbourhoods. It works well as a brief stop when combined with walks in the nearby green areas on Ljubljana's western side.

Tivoli Pond is a small pond inside Tivoli Park, the large city park on the western edge of central Ljubljana. It makes an easy stop on a stroll through the park's tree-lined paths, with benches along the water. It lies within walking distance of the city centre in the Osrednjeslovenska region, so no car is needed.

Grofov bajer is a small pond in the Gorenjska region of north-western Slovenia. Its name means "the Count's pond", and it makes a quiet stop for a short walk or a rest by the water. It lies in the area between Radovljica and Bled, so it is easy to combine with other outings in the region.

Podpeško jezero is a small lake in the Osrednjeslovenska region, near the village of Podpeč at the southern edge of the Ljubljana Marshes. It is a quiet spot surrounded by wooded hills, suited to a short, easy walk around the shore. The lake lies a short drive south of Ljubljana.

Lake Bled is an Alpine lake in the Gorenjska region of northwestern Slovenia, next to the town of Bled. It is known for its small island with a pilgrimage church and for the medieval castle standing on a cliff above the northern shore. A level path follows the entire shoreline and makes for an easy walk of a few hours at a relaxed pace.

Izvir Kamniške Bistrice is the source area of the Kamniška Bistrica river, where clear water collects in small pools at the foot of the Kamnik–Savinja Alps. It is a quiet stop for those who want to see a mountain river at its very beginning. The spring lies in the Osrednjeslovenska region, up the valley north of Kamnik, and is reached by a short, easy walk.

Jezero Strahomer is a small lake near the village of Strahomer in the Osrednjeslovenska region, on the southern edge of the Ljubljana Marsh south of Ljubljana. It makes a quiet stop for a short walk along the shore and a look at the surrounding countryside. It is an easy outing for a half-day trip from the capital.

Planšarsko jezero is a small lake in Jezersko Municipality, in the Gorenjska region of northern Slovenia. It sits in the Alpine valley of Jezersko, close to the village, and makes an easy stop on a day out in the area. The surroundings suit a short, level walk around the shore.

Mali ribnik is a small pond in the Osrednjeslovenska region of central Slovenia, located south of Ljubljana. It is a quiet spot for a short stop by the water and a look at the surrounding landscape. Expect an easy, informal visit rather than a marked hiking destination, so it pairs well with other outings in the area.