The Top 10 Lakes around Skjåk
Looking to visit the best lakes around Skjåk? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Skjåk’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 17, 2025
Djupvatnet
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Nice lake on the way to Geiranger.
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View of Vågåvatn
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Vågåvatn is a large, beautiful lake with turquoise and crystal-clear waters, originating from glacial meltwater in the nearby Jotunheimen mountains. The village of Vågåmo located at its eastern end, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities.
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Styggevatnet Reservoir
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The Styggevatnet is mostly still frozen in June. If you are lucky, you can experience an open water surface in July. There are kayak tours offered to the glacier tongue.
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Swimming Pond at Skjåkvegen
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With a large parking lot, a toilet house, numerous picnic tables, barbecue huts and a lawn, this pond invites you to swim. There's even a lifebuoy on the shore.
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Husomtjønn
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The information panel explains how the lake got its name: Erik Husom (1817-1892), after whom this mountain lake was named, was a tenant farmer on the Kittilstadhusom farm. This farm …
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