LAND OF LAKES BOLU

The lakes of Bolu continue to host its visitors with their fascinating beauties every month of the year. There are approximately 200 lakes and ponds in Bolu, known as the “Land of Lakes”. Bolu, with its nature that hosts every shade of green and its lakes reaching 200 in number, attracts the attention of local and foreign tourists in every season. Bolu lakes, which include the nature parks of Seben, Yeniçağ, Çubuk, Karagöl, Sülüklü lake and Sünnet Lake, as well as the Yedigöller National Park with its natural beauties, impress the visitors with their natural beauties.

As such, it does not end with counting the Bolu lakes to visit in Bolu, the city where mountain and lake views meet.. Here are the must-see Bolu lakes in Bolu, a city surrounded by mountains by a unique nature.

BOLU LAKES

Bolu, where there are approximately 200 lakes and ponds in addition to its nature and national parks, deserves to be mentioned as the “land of lakes”. While the natural beauties of Abant and Gölcük nature parks continue to fascinate its visitors, Yedigöller National Park is among the favorite places of autumn lovers.. The lakes of Bolu are waiting for you.

Yedigöller National Park

The Yedigöller National Park, located 45 kilometers from the center of Bolu, was a national park in 1965.. Yedigöller National Park, which covers an area of ​​1623 hectares, is 1500 m from north to south, connected to each other by surface and underground flows, formed as a result of the basin and sliding masses blocking the valleys.. It consists of 7 lakes arranged in a distance. The names of these lakes are Büyük lake, Serin lake, Deringöl, Nazlı lake, Küçük lake, İnce lake and Sazlı Lake.. The distance between these lakes, large and small and within walking distance of each other, is approximately 100 meters.

You can visit the waterfalls in Yedigöller National Park, which offers wonderful views with its quiet and calmness, you can walk or have a picnic on the slopes decorated with various kinds of plants and trees, and if you are a photography enthusiast, you can take nature photos.. You can also camp in tents and caravans on an area of ​​1 hectare or stay in bungalow houses.. The best time to visit the park is between April and November.

Seven Lakes National Park Entrance Fees List for 2021;

• Per person without car..: 8 TL
• Discounted per person.: 4 TL
• Motorcycle…… : 16 TL
• Car … ……: 24 TL
• Minibus…….…. : 72 TL
• Midibus ……….: 120 TL
• Bus……….. : 240 TL

Seven Lakes National Park Accommodation Fees in 2021

• 1 Unit Tent Daily…….:45 TL
• 1 Unit Caravan Daily……….:50 TL
• Nazlı Evler………..…….…….: 700 TL
• Cool Houses………….. ……….: 700 TL
• Pythagorean Houses……….…….….: 900 TL

Visiting Hours: Yedigöller national park, which has an epic beauty, You can visit between 08:30 and 20:00.

Address: Yedigöller National Park Address: Merkez, Yedigöller, 14030 Merkeşler/Bolu/ TURKEY

Phone: 0.374.215 36 13

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Gölcük Nature Park

Gölcük Nature Park, which is 13 km away from Bolu city center, is a small artificially made and it is a cute set lake. Gölcük lake is one of the nature parks that must be seen with its unique nature, lake and magnificent view.. Surrounded by the extraordinary beauty of nature, the lake is surrounded by pine, fir, beech, hornbeam and mixed tree species.. Gölcük Lake welcomes thousands of visitors with its natural beauty, clean air and suitable areas for various family activities.. There is a walking track of approximately 1300 meters around the lake, and you can walk on this path, rent a bicycle or ATV and tour around it. You can also enjoy camping and barbecue in the arms of this fascinating natural beauty.. Not enough? You can stay in the bungalow houses in the Nature Park.

The List of Gölcük Nature Park Entrance Fees for 2021;

• Pedestrian entrance fee…………..: 8,00 TL
• Discounted per person…………: 4.00 TL
• Motorcycle entry fee…..: 16.00 TL
• Car entrance fee…….: 24.00 TL
• Minibus entrance fee…..….: 72.00 TL
• Midibus…………..…,…..:120.00 TL
• Bus entrance fee…,….: 240.00 TL

Visit Hours: You can visit Gölcük Nature Park every day of the week between 06:00 and 22:00.

Address: Gölcük National Park No:587, 14030 Mesciler/ Bolu

Phone: 0.530.877 52 64

Abant Lake

Abant lake is located 22 km from Mudurnu district and 32 km from Bolu city center.. It is a crater and reservoir lake formed on the Abant Mountains. Being 325 meters above sea level, surrounded by pine and fir trees, it makes it a frequent destination for tourists who love camping and barbecue.. The natural environment around the lake, which covers an area of ​​125 hectares, is fed by groundwater and is in high demand especially in summer months due to its cool weather.. Sports, hiking, picnic photography, bird watching is an ideal area to have a good time.. Abant Lake has a fascinating beauty every month of the year.. Abant is a very popular holiday center that is preferred both for daily sightseeing and accommodation. There are 5-star accommodation facilities, bungalow type accommodation units, camping and picnic areas and restaurants around the lake.. There are also hostels on the Abant road.

The List of Abant Lake Entrance Fees for 2021;

• Pedestrian entrance fee…….……..: 8,00 TL
• Discounted per person….………: 4.00 TL
• Motorcycle entry fee……: 16.00 TL
• Car entrance fee…….. : 24.00 TL
• Minibus entrance fee……….: 72.00 TL
• Midibus…………..…..…..:120.00 TL
• Bus entrance fee……..: 240.00 TL
• 1 Unit Tent Daily……: 45.00 TL
• 1 Unit Caravan Daily…: 50 ,00 TL

Visiting Hours: Abant Lake Nature Park can be visited 7 days a week between 08:30 and 21:00.

Address: Abant Lake, 14800 Örencik Village/ Mudurnu/ Bolu

Phone: 0.374.224 51 21

 photo: http://www.bolge9.tarimorman.gov.tr/ Menu/60/Bolu-Karagol-Nature-Parki

Karagöl

Karagöl nature park is 19 km from Kıbrısçık town, 22 km from Beypazarı town, 84 km from Bolu city center, on the Kıbrısçık-Beypazarı road upset is located in it. You can camp in the lake, which is completely forested, and you can stay in bungalow houses. Karagöl Nature Park offers unique landscape beauties and recreational opportunities for visitors with its forest and lake landscapes.. Nature Park; hiking,cycling,angling,picnic,sports etc. It includes extremely suitable areas for activities.

List of Karagöl Entrance Fees for 2021;

• Pedestrian entrance fee…….……..: 6,00 TL
• Discounted per person ….….……: 3.00 TL
• Motorcycle entrance fee……: 12.00 TL
• Car entrance fee…….: 18.00 TL
• Minibus entrance fee………: 54.00 TL
• Midibus………………..………: 90.00 TL
• Bus entrance fee…….. : 180.00 TL
• 1 Unit Tent per day……: 35.00 TL
• 1 Unit Caravan per day..: 45.00 TL
• Bungalow 2 bed……..: 225.00 TL

Visiting Hours: Karagöl nature park is open to visitors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Sülülük Göl

Sülülük Lake Nature Park is 50 km from Mudurnu district, 41 km from Akyazı district, 59 km from Göynük district and 92 km from Bolu city center.. Sülüklü Lake has an area of ​​6 hectares.. It is located within the borders of Tavşan Su village of Mudurnu district.. Sülüklü Lake, which takes its name from the leeches used in the treatment of some diseases, is a landslide lake formed as a result of tectonic movements 300 years ago.. Today, Sülüklü Lake is a protected nature park with its abundant green scenery around the lake, hiking areas and camping opportunities.

The List of Sülüklü Lake Entrance Fees for 2021;

• Person / Bicycle……….: 5.00 TL
• ATV / Motorcycle….: 12.00 TL
• Car…………..: 15.00 TL
• Minibus…………….: 50.00 TL
• Midibus…………….: 90.00 TL
• Bus…………….: 180 ,00 TL
• Camping with your own tent: 35.00 TL

Visit Hours: It is open to visitors every day of the week from 9:00 to 19:00.

Address: Sülüklü lake Mevkii Mudurnu-Bolu

Phone: 0.530.242 17 24

Şirinyazı Pond

Sirinyazı pond, 58 km from Bolu ,  16 km from Mengen District. It is located near the Bürnük Village in the northeast.. The pond built on the borders of Bürnük Village, to be used as a water source in forest fires by the Forestry Directorate, was also fished.. Apart from general prohibitions, amateur fishing is also done here.. The pond with an area of ​​30 decares is suitable for picnic and camping. Youth camps were organized around it in previous years.

The List of Şirinyazı Pond Entrance Fees for 2021;

• Pedestrian entrance fee…….: 2,50 TL
• Bike……………….: 5.00 TL
• Motorcycle …………..: 5.00 TL
• Car entrance fee.: 15.00 TL
• Minibus entrance fee…: 20.00 TL
• Midibus……………..: 30.00 TL
• Bus entrance fee…: 50.00 TL
• 1 Unit Tent Daily: 35.00 TL
• 1 Unit Caravan Daily: 45.00 TL

Visit Hours: Karagöl nature park It is open to visitors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Phone: 0.374.367 82 82

Address: Şirinyazı pond, 14860 Mengen/Bolu

Karamurat Lake

Karaamurat Lake is located near Karamurat village, 30 km from Mudurnu district and 82 km from Bolu city centre.. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the lake is fed by waters boiling from the bottom and flowing from the valleys.. The lake, which has a different beauty in every season, is surrounded by forests. The newly protected lake can be visited in any season of the year.. The lake not only offers a wonderful view, but also relaxes every guest in its peaceful atmosphere.. Entrance to Karamurat lake is free for now.. For now. It has been taken under protection.

Address: Karamurat Village location – Mudurnu

Seben Göl

Seben Lake is named after the town of Seben, where it is located. takes. Seben Lake is located 20 km from the town of Seben and 32 km from the center of Bolu.. The lake, which was built in 2006 to irrigate the Seben Plain, was later brought to tourism by arranging its surroundings.. There are plateaus and lush pine forests around the Seben lake.. There is a road for the mosque located in the middle of the lake.. Canoe and boat tours and fishing activities are also organized in Seben lake.. Here you can escape from the noise of the city and have a picnic and set up a tent.. You can stay in log houses in Seben district.

Seben Lake is one of the lakes you can enter for free in Bolu.

Address: Seben lake, 14750 Seben/Bolu

Yeniçağa Lake

The lake, located in Yeniçağa District center, 37 km east of Bolu, is a bowl lake.. The lake, at an altitude of 989 meters, covers an area of ​​2780 decares. There is a bird watching tower on the lake shore with various waterfowl.. You can relax at the tables in the picnic area on the edge of Yeniçağa Lake, which has the same name as the district, within the borders of Yeniçağa district of Bolu, you can barbecue at the barbecue fireplaces on the side of the table, you can set up a tent and camp by the lake if you wish.. This is another lake that can be visited free of charge among Bolu Lakes.

Address: Gölyüzü, 14650 Yeniçağa/Bolu

Çubuk Lake

Çubuk Lake, 135 km from Bolu province Göynük It is located 11 kilometers from the town.. Located at an altitude of 1150 meters above sea level, Çubuk Lake covers an area of ​​15 hectares.. Çubuk Lake, surrounded by lush pine forests on the shore of Çubuk Village, is one of the natural wonders that nature travelers should definitely visit.. Çubuk Lake is among the ideal areas for those who are looking for a natural, clean and peaceful resting area.. The surrounding of Çubuk Lake, which is recommended for camping, is also a very convenient place for those who want to take a bicycle tour. Cubuk Lake, which is very suitable for nature trips and nature photography, is also appreciated with the windmills built around it for shooting series.. Cubuk Lake is one of the lakes in Bolu that you can enter free of charge by waving your hand.

Address: Çubuk Village Göynük – Bolu

Sunnet Lake

Sunnet Lake Nature Park, Bolu city ​​80 km,  27 km from Göynük district. It is a lake formed as a result of the landslide blocking the deep valley between Erenler and Korudağ Hills in the east.. 820 m. The area of ​​the Sunnet Lake, which is at an altitude, is 18 hectares.. It is fed by the creeks and springs around it.. Its depth reaches 22 meters. There are corals and trout in the lake where angling is done. You can do hiking, picnic and cycling around the wonderfully beautiful lake.. Although it is not very well known among the lakes in Bolu, it is not behind them. There is a privately operated Sünnet lake natural life hotel with a capacity of 45 rooms and 115 beds on the edge of Sünnet lake.. You can also visit the wonderfully beautiful Sünnet lake free of charge.

Address: Sünnet Lake Locality Göynük / Bolu

Aladağ Pond

There is another lake among Bolu lakes. Aladag pond. Aladağ plateaus, 30 kilometers south of Bolu, are next to the scouting camp.. Covering an area of ​​8 hectares, the lake is ideal for trekking, picnic, water sports and sportive angling.. Among the lakes in Bolu, it is one of the lakes with free admission.. With its natural beauty and clean air, it is one of the most preferred places for picnics and entertainment by the local people, especially in summer.. Another good news. Aladağ pond is also one of the Bolu lakes, which you can enter free of charge.

Address: 14030 Bolu Merkez/Bolu

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