About Rara Lake Nepal - Biggest Lake of Nepal

Summery Introduction:

Location :            Mugu District

Coordinates:      29.525721°N 82.090211°ECoordinates: 29.525721°N 82.090211°E

Water Type:       fresh water[1]

Primary inflows: Karnali river

Max. Length Of Lake:     5.1 km (3.2 mi)

Max. Width Of Lake:      2.7 km (1.7 mi)

Surface Area Of Lake:    1,061 ha (2,620 acres)[1]

Max. Depth Of Lake:      167 m (548 ft)

Water Volume of Lake:                 10,682 m3 (377,200 cu ft)

Surface elevation :          2,290 m (7,510 ft)

The Rara Lake is the biggest and deepest fresh water lake in the Nepal Himalayas. It is the main feature of the Rara National Park, located in the Jumla and Mugu Districts. Its covers 1,583 ha (6.11 sq mi) including the surrounding wetland. Rara Lake lies at an altitude of 2,990 m (9,810 ft) above sea level, has a water surface of 10.8 km2 (4.2 sq mi), a maximum depth of 167 m (548 ft), is 5.1 km (3.2 mi) long and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) wide. Its water quality is characterized by high pH, conductivity and total hardness. It was reported to be very slightly polluted and was classified as oligotrophic in immunological terms. It is polluted due to wastes produced during festivals by visiting locals and tourists.