Lakes & Nature · Skardu
Satpara Lake
Skardu's Sapphire — A Lake Born of Glaciers and Legend
Location
8 km south of Skardu
Altitude
2,636 m (8,648 ft)
Best Season
April – October
Activities
Boating, fishing, picnics
Entry
Free (small boat fee)
Duration
Half Day
Overview
Satpara Lake is one of the most important and beautiful natural lakes in Gilgit-Baltistan, located just 8 km south of Skardu city at an altitude of 2,636 metres. The lake stretches for about 3 km and is fed by the Satpara stream draining from higher glaciated peaks. Its deep blue-green waters are a critical source of drinking water for Skardu and also power a hydroelectric dam that supplies the region with electricity.
Half-Day from Skardu
Drive from Skardu city (20 min). Walk along the lake shore and take a rowboat or motorboat ride. Visit the Satpara Dam viewpoint. Walk to the ancient Satpara Buddha Rock carvings (10 min from shore). Sunset photography from the eastern bank. Return to Skardu.
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