Lake Michaelson
A deep green lake in a glacial valley on the eastern slopes of Mount Kenya, ringed by the sheer 'Temple' cliffs and widely considered the most beautiful scenery on the Chogoria Route.
Lake Michaelson lies at the bottom of the Gigo Valley at an elevation of about 3,950 meters. Carved by glaciers, it is walled on three sides by 'Temple' cliffs hundreds of meters high. The water is deep green, and the shores are covered with giant groundsels, making the setting striking. Most climbers pass it on the way up or down the Chogoria Route, and it also serves as a campsite on multi-day treks. It can only be reached on foot, and visitors must travel with a mountain guide.
Opening hours
Only with a trekking itinerary
Nearby sights
- Mount Kenya National Park
- Point Lenana Trek
- Mount Kenya Safari Club & Animal Orphanage
- Nanyuki Equator Crossing
- Trout Tree Restaurant
- Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
- Borana Conservancy
- Northern White Rhino Enclosure