Mountain lake
Turnaluu-Kol Lake
Turnaluu-Kol is a mapped mountain lake near Jyrgalan. It is a distinct destination from the village and the wider valley, so use the lake name when discussing an outing with a local guide.
Photo: Destination Jyrgalan; individual photographer not stated for this image · Copyright retained; source credited; no open licence stated · Source · LicenseTurnaluu-Kol is a mapped mountain lake near Jyrgalan. It is a distinct destination from the village and the wider valley, so use the lake name when discussing an outing with a local guide. The point shown here refers to the water feature on OpenStreetMap. It does not select a shore landing, a campsite or a place where a vehicle can reach the lake.
Choose an approach and a return that suit your group instead of assuming the nearest line on a screen is a usable trail. Ask locally about current ground conditions and whether the outing is planned on foot or with a guide and horses. Carry an offline map and enough weather protection for an unplanned delay. At the shore, keep rest stops away from fragile wet ground and leave no waste. Allow time to enjoy the setting without making a hurried descent the final stage of the day.
Geographical reference for the named lake; not a route line, verified entrance or current passage assessment.
Plan your visit
Getting there
Identify the complete mountain approach and return separately; this feature marker is not a vehicle-access confirmation.
When to visit
Choose dates after a current assessment of snow, weather and the specific approach; no guaranteed visiting season is established here.
Good to know
Confirm local access, opening arrangements and any entry rules before travel. Respect protected sites and local communities; leave the place as you found it.
Sights in and around Turnaluu-Kol Lake
Open each place for its description and visit details. Out-of-town stops require a separate journey.
Issyk-Kul Region
Jyrgalan Valley
Jyrgalan is a village base for exploring the mountain valleys east of Karakol. Its appeal is the ability to stay locally and choose routes of different lengths through pastures and higher terrain.
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Location on the map
Location: Turnaluu-Kol Lake
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