Smolyan Lakes
Смолянски езера
A cluster of high-mountain lakes in the pine forests north of Smolyan city, linked by wooden boardwalks, with Orpheus Rock visible in the distance.
The Smolyan Lakes lie in coniferous forest at about 1,400 to 1,500 m above sea level, north of Smolyan city. About 20 landslide-dammed lakes once formed here, and seven remain today, the best known being Clear Lake, Grass Lake and Murky Lake. Trails and wooden boardwalks link the lakes, and the fresh forest air makes this a favorite spot for locals to walk and fish on weekends. From the Grass Lake area you can see Orpheus Rock across the water. Drive up from Smolyan city to the parking lot at the lake area, or walk down from Pamporovo along the trail in about 2 to 3 hours. The scenery is serene rather than dramatic, making it an ideal place for a relaxing stop. Entry is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Pamporovo
- Smolyan Planetarium
- Uhlovitsa Cave
- Shiroka Laka
- Agushevi Konatsi
- Devil's Throat Cave
- Trigrad Gorge
- Trigrad Village