Lake Atitlán

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Lake Atitlán

Lake · Guatemala

Description

A stunning volcanic crater lake ringed by three volcanoes and Maya villages in the western highlands, often called one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. A hub for hiking, kayaking and village-hopping by boat.

Key facts

Lake Atitlán is in Sololá Department.

Region
Sololá Department
Area
130 km²
Elevation
1,562 m
Max depth
325 m
Length
18 km
Nearest hut
Biting dogs!! · 7.5 km
Trailhead
5.2 km
Nearest village
Cerro de Oro · 3.8 km

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