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Lake Aygır

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Lake Aygır

Üzümlü, Erzincan

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A mountain lake in the Keşiş (Esence) Mountains, presented as one of Türkiye's highest crater lakes, reachable only in summer.

Safety warning

It is in a rural, mountainous area; check road, weather and access conditions with the local authorities (governorship/district governorate, gendarmerie) before visiting. The road to the lake is snowbound in winter and spring; an off-road vehicle may be needed.

Its story

Lake Aygır, on the Keşiş (Esence) Mountains rising north of the Erzincan plain, is presented by GoTürkiye as one of Türkiye's highest crater lakes, at an elevation of about 2,850 meters. In summer the lake is reached by private vehicle from the Çayırlı side; the natural picnic areas and camping and climbing opportunities around it attract mountain enthusiasts. Lake Aygır is also an important stop on hiking routes starting around Yaylabaşı Ardıçlı Göl and passing through Bayırbağ and Yedigöller. Because of the high elevation, the weather can be cool even in midsummer; after the snow melts, the lake and the surrounding yaylas are at their liveliest.

Key facts

Season
Summer months
Elevation
About 2,850 m
Getting there
By private vehicle from the Çayırlı side, mountain road
Visit duration
Half a day – 1 day

Trip purpose

  • Seasonal
  • Photography
  • Hiking

Location

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39.75921, 39.82610

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://goturkiye.com/erzincan/smell | https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/224777767