Junction to Ala-Kul Lake – Beautiful route loop from Karakol River

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Junction to Ala-Kul Lake – Beautiful route loop from Karakol River

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4.8

(38)

475

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Junction to Ala-Kul Lake – Beautiful route loop from Karakol River

05:30

19.1km

450m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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Bridge over the Karakol River

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If you take a taxi to the starting point of the hike, then this is the last stop here. You cross the river and start your three-day adventure.

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9.54 km

Junction to Ala-Kul Lake

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The best way to get here is with a Russian truck, but only with an all-wheel drive vehicle.
300 m further is the Karakol Base Camp, also for overnight stays. …

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10.9 km

Beautiful route

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A beautiful trail along the river with wild horses.

We took a taxi to the beginning of the valley.

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19.1 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.3 km

1.82 km

Surfaces

19.1 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 22 October

1°C

-8°C

17 %

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Junction to Ala-Kul Lake – Beautiful route loop from Karakol River

Bridge over the Karakol River

Junction to Ala-Kul Lake

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