Description
The N'Fiss Reservoir (also known as 'Barrage de Lalla Takerkoust' or 'Barrage du Oued N'Fiss') is a 7 km long artificial lake. Although the reservoir is a popular tourist destination it is often attractive for birds, especially in spring and autumn and depending on the water level. To get good views of the birds a spotting scope is essential. Among the birds you can encounter are Călifar roșu, Piciorong, Prundăraș gulerat mare, Prundăraș gulerat mic, Fluierar de munte, Fluierar de zăvoi, Fluierar cu picioare verzi, Pescăriță râzătoare, Egretă mică, Stârc de cireadă, Lopătar, Uligan pescar, Prigorie, Sfrâncioc mare and Pietrar negru de stâncă.
Details
Access
The reservoir is located 30 km southwest of Marrakesh and is about a 30 minutes drive on the S507 road. The best access and viewpoints are from the western side of the reservoir. Take the turn to the Relais du Lac restaurant. Several vantage points are available along this 5 km long tarmac road. Click on the P in the map to get directions or coordinates.

