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Issyk Lake

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    November 1, 2022

    Cycling

    Beautiful lake surrounded by the mountains. There's an entrance fee down in the valley (around 1000 tenge for 2 persons), also if you come by bicycle. Some places to rest on the way up. Some steep parts up tot 15%.

    September 23, 2024

    Road cycling

    Beautiful place surrounded by mountains. There are picnic areas, trash cans and benches for resting. Near the lake you can buy groceries, food, coffee or souvenirs.

    The only road has an ecopost and paid entrance. At the time of writing this comment it was 200 tenge. Payment is accepted by card, Kaspi QR, Halyk QR and cash.

    In spring the road may be closed due to the danger of mudslides.

    March 14, 2026

    Hiking

    The lake lies at an altitude of approximately 1,800 meters above sea level, reaches a depth of up to 80 meters, and measures around 1,850 meters in length and 500 meters in width. It is fed by meltwater from the glaciers of the Zailiyskiy Alatau Mountains, which are part of the northern Tian Shan range.
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    Viewpoint – Issyk Lake loop from Lake Esik

    6.62km

    01:49

    100m

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 1,680 m

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