The Top 6 Lakes in Caraz
Looking to visit the best lakes in Caraz? 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 Caraz’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 25, 2025
Arhuaycocha Lake
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The Laguna Arhuaycocha at 4420 m is one of the most beautiful mountain lakes, as the glacier flows directly into the lake. Campground about 150 meters below (Alpamayo Basecamp). Great flora, moderate ascent path.
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Laguna Parón Viewpoint
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From the parking lot it is only a short climb to the lookout point. But it's worth it! Turquoise water and snow-capped mountains all around. As always, the weather has …
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Laguna Orconcocha
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The two lakes, Lagunas Llanganuco also known as Llanganuco Chinancocha and Llanganuco Orconcocha, lie at an altitude of 3,860 m in a single glacier in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Langanuco_Lakes
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Langanuco_Lakes
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Huaripampa Valley
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The Santa Cruz Trek leads through the Quebrada Santa Cruz valley. By crossing the Punta Union pass you reach the narrow Quebrada Huaripampa valley with several mountain lakes below the …
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Laguna Parón
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Nice ride feasible by bike from the PARON village on an easy road without too many steep slopes, hire a taxi to Caraz 30 sols about 8 euros and take …
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