Lake Parz

Region

Tavush

Distance from Yerevan

108.3 km

Type

Lake

Located in Dilijan National Park, Tavush region, at an altitude of 1,330 meters, Parz Lake is a hidden gem nestled in dense forests and is fed by natural springs. The lake is 300 meters long, 100 meters wide, with an average depth of about 3 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters. The road to Parz Lake winds through Dilijan National Park's lush green forests. Along the way, visitors can see Armenia’s only breeding center for Caucasian deer, where the deer are raised, cared for, and released into the wild. Parz Lake is well-known for its scenic hiking trails, with the most popular route leading to Gosh Lake. This 10 km trail passes entirely through the forests of Dilijan National Park.

Interesting

facts about Lake Parz

Facts

The lake area features an adventure park, including a rope park and a zipline, allowing visitors to fly over the water.

Swimming is not allowed, but boating is permitted.

Several famous monasteries—Haghartsin, Goshavank, Jukhtak, and Matosavank—are located near the lake."

Weather in Tavush

The high season in Armenia lasts for a long time due to the pleasant climate conditions. Warm days in Armenia start in March and last until late autumn; winter is usually snowless and not long. The high precipitation season is variable. The tourist season for lake Parz depends on the weather conditions.

Sights

near Lake Parz

Samson Monastery

8 km

Girl’s fortress

13 km

Haghartsin Monastery

15 km

Dilijan City

15 km