How to drive the wild 4x4 road to Tobamızga Lake?

Tobamızga Gölü is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 2.720m (8,923ft) above sea level, located in Rize Province, in Turkey.

Tobamızga Lake

Where is Tobamızga Lake?

The glacial lake is located in the Ardeşen district, in the eastern part of the Black Sea Region. Although difficult to access, it is worth visiting due to its unspoiled nature.

Is the road to Tobamızga Lake unpaved?

The road to the lake is totally unpaved. The road is very rough and requires a four-wheel drive vehicle. You will pass by rocks that have fallen onto the road. A large part of the road is narrow, and it is very difficult to yield if a car is coming from the opposite direction.

How long is the road to Tobamızga Lake?

It’s a pretty steep drive. Starting from Yayla, the road to the lake is 4.58 km (2.84 mi) long. Over this distance the elevation gain is 347 meters. The average gradient is 7.57%. 

Is the road to Tobamızga Lake open in winter?

Set high in the northeastern part of the country, accessibility is largely limited to the summer season due to heavy snowfalls.
Pic: Zafer Kulaber

 

 

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