Achit Lake
Ачит нуур
One of the largest freshwater lakes in western Mongolia and a habitat for migratory birds, located on the road from Ölgii to Ulaangom.
Achit Lake lies on the border between Bayan-Ölgii and Uvs provinces. It covers about 290 square km and is surrounded by grassland, dunes and distant mountains. In summer, large numbers of swans, cormorants and other waterbirds gather here, and the lake is well stocked with fish. Kazakh and Dörvöd herders' gers are often found along the shore, making it a good place to camp and watch the sunrise. The lake is about 70 km from Ölgii, roughly two hours on unpaved roads, and makes a good midway stop on the way to Uvs Lake.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bayan-Ölgii Provincial Museum
- Ölgii Central Mosque
- Tsambagarav Mountain
- Golden Eagle Festival Ground
- Sagsai Kazakh Eagle Hunter Family Stay
- Tolbo Lake
- Shiveet Khairkhan Petroglyphs (Upper Tsagaan Gol)
- Khoton & Khurgan Lakes