Lake Røssvatnet

A lake and reservoir named Røssvatnet (Norwegian) or Reevhtse (Southern Sami) are located in the Norwegian towns of Hattfjelldal and Hemnes in the county of Nordland. This lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in Norway. Humans have lived there ever since the Stone Age. It is Norway's second-largest lake by surface size, covering 219 square kilometers. The lake, which has been controlled by a dam since 1957, would be 190 square kilometers in size and Norway's third largest lake without the dam. It has a surface elevation of 374 meters above sea level, a depth of 240 meters, and a volume estimated to be 15 cubic kilometers.

An important national park with protected nature may be discovered in Lake Røssvatnet. The "Røssvatnet'' stone is responsible for the deep blue hue of this lovely lake. Since many years ago, people have been coming to Lake Røssvatnet, and in the summer it is a well-liked vacation spot. The Lake is renowned for its natural beauty and is the ideal place for relaxing on the beach or fishing. The Lake is a well-liked tourist destination due to the abundance of hiking routes and campgrounds there.

Location: Hemnes and Hattfjelldal, Nordland, Norway