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Description
Lake Mert (Mert Gölü) is a hotspot on the Black Sea coast with a very rare floodplain forest ecosystem. The lake is the biggest of several lakes located in the National Park. It is possible to observe many waders, waterfowl and egrets on the lake, but also gives chance to see many passerines around, including vagrants and rarities. It is one of the best places in Turkey to observe Black Woodpecker. But countless other birds can be spotted here. See the birdlist below.
Details
Access
You can get to the Lake from different directions. It is reachable from the beach through İğneada city center, but it is not suitable for cars, only for walking. The southern entrance, which is also the main entrance of the National Park is the only way for cars and gives direct connection to the birdwatching tower.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Wetland , Lake , Reedbeds , Sea , DunesConditions
High water possible , No shadow , Wet , FlatCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Autumn migration , Winter , Spring migrationRoute
Unpaved road , Wide pathDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , Car , BoatBirdwatching hide / platform
YesExtra info
It is highly possible to have high water in some parts of the artificial road crosses the lake. It is better to be prepared if you plan to reach the beach from the tower, or to the tower from the beach. Except winter, be alert on the free domestic bulls in the area.