Best trails in Kaçkar Mountains National Park

This trail is a hike across the Kaçkar Mountains, a stunning glaciated range in northeastern Turkey that is often referred to as the Turkish Alps. The journey takes you through a landscape of rugged, snow-capped peaks, deep valleys, and pristine alpine lakes, such as Sea Lake. You will hike on ancient mule tracks and rocky paths, passing through traditional highland summer pastures. You will see carpets of alpine wildflowers, including rhododendrons, gentians, and campanulas, and may spot...

This terrain is characterized by navigating steep, rocky moraine and boulder fields. The final ascent to the summit involves a scramble over rocky and snowy terrain. The Kaçkar Mountains are known for their unique highland summer pastures, where local Hemshin people graze their flocks. The high-altitude ecosystem is a protected area, home to a diverse array of alpine flowers and wildlife, including the Caucasian Ibex and Kaçkar Black Grouse. The reward for the climb is the panoramic view of...

Part of a trek across the Kaçkar Mountains from south to north passing through stunning landscapes - alpine meadows, snowy peaks and lush green forest.