Rangkul Lake
Рангкӯл
A highland lake region near the China–Tajikistan border, with snowy mountain reflections, sand dunes, and wetlands where migratory birds gather. Visitors can stay in traditional Kyrgyz yurts.
Rangkul Lake sits at about 3,780 meters above sea level. Together with neighboring Shurkul Lake, it forms one of the most beautiful lake regions in Eastern Pamir. The lake shores have sand dunes, wetlands, and pastures, and snow-capped peaks rise in the distance toward Muztagh Ata. It is an important habitat for migratory birds, including bar-headed geese. Near the village of Rangkul on the lakeshore is the Lamp Rock cave, a site known for its local legends. The lake is about 45 kilometers from Murghob, and the dirt road takes about 1.5 hours. Because the area is near the border, you must carry a GBAO permit.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Murghab Container Bazaar
- Murghab Town & META Yurt Stays
- Shakhty Cave Paintings
- Madiyan Valley Hot Springs
- Pshart Valley
- Jarty Gumbez Hot Spring
- Bash Gumbez
- Ak-Balyk Spring