Keli Lake
Details
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Access
- Public
- Best Seasons
- Summer
- Road
- Hiking only
- Shore Fishing
- Yes
- Parking
- No
- Nearest Town
- Stepantsminda
Fish Species
- Brown Trout (Rare)
7-day fishing scores
Sun 11° 7.4
7.4 Today 11° 8.3
Tomorrow 12° 9.2
Wed 12° 10.0
Thu 11° 10.0
Fri 9° 7.4
Sat 10° 8.3
About Keli Lake
Keli Lake is a stunning, high-altitude volcanic lake. Sitting at nearly 3,000 meters, it is frozen for most of the year (often 8-9 months). The extreme conditions make it a demanding destination, accessible only to experienced hikers and mountaineers.
Fishing Tips
- Extreme Conditions: The water is freezing cold year-round. Fish metabolism is slow, so presentations should be deliberate.
- Short Window: The lake is only fully ice-free and accessible for a brief window in late summer (August to early September).
Access
There is no road access. Reaching Keli Lake requires a strenuous, multi-day hike over rugged terrain and high passes. Self-sufficiency and wilderness experience are absolutely mandatory.