Lake Karum

#18 among destinations in Ethiopia

Nature, Natural attraction, Top attraction, Lake

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Lake Karum is a salt lake in the Afar Region of Ethiopia. One of two salt lakes in the northern end of the Danakil Depression, it lies at −120 m relative to sea level. The volcano Erta Ale rises southeast of this lake. ()

Alternative names: Area: 19.31 mi²Elevation: -404 ft b.s.l.Coordinates: 14°2'11"N, 40°24'4"E

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AfarEthiopia

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Lake Karum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gada Ale.

4.3 miS
Nature, Mountain, Natural attraction
Gada Ale
109 min walk • Gada Ale is a stratovolcano located in the Afar Region, Ethiopia. It is the most prominent volcano at the northern end of the Erta Ale Range.