Yammouneh Lake

The beautiful Yammouneh Lake lies in the basin of Yammouneh village. This lake is approximately 100km northeast of Beirut (27km northwest of Baalbeck), Lebanon. The lake is surrounded by green fields that match the green color of the lake’s water so beautifully. A white sand shore around the lake adds to the color palette and makes the scene even more stunning.

Aside from the beauty of the lake that attracts many tourists, Yammouneh Lake is also home to the only endemic fish in Lebanon, known as the Levantine minnow.

For a fantastic adventure, you can hike the trail to the Yammouneh Lake from Akoura, where you will cross the peak of Mount Makmel and continue downhill towards the Yammouneh nature reserve. On the way, you’ll be able to see many local plants such as juniper, wild apple, and kermes oak trees, etc. Moreover, if you decide to stay for a meal, the selection of Lebanese restaurants surrounding the lake is just plentiful, so just wander around to find your perfect spot.