Lake Coatepeque, Santa Ana Department, El Salvador

4.5 (386 reviews) Spent Ranking #1 in Coatepeque Bodies of Water

One of the most beautiful lakes in El Salvador

Coatepeque is a volcanic lake situated about an hour from San Salvador. It is much older than Ilopango, though created by a similar catastrophic eruption some five to six thousand years ago. Named Lago de Coatepeque, it is on the eastern slope of the Santa Ana volcano. It is a beautiful, clean, and sparkling blue crater-shaped lake, 6 kms wide and 120 meters deep and surrounded by steep green slopes rising up 250 to 500 meters. The scenic road between the Interamerican Highway and CA8, known as the "panoramic highway" for its marvelous views, curls along the steep ridge of the crater giving you glimpses of the broad fertile valleys on one side and the lake on the other. If you would like to practice scuba diving during the winter season this lake is your best option! into this crater with lots of water life you can see Catfish, Guapote, Zebra fish, etc. There are several restaurants and hostels as well. Also, you cannot miss the wonderful view of the king's castle....
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Address

, Coatepeque, El Salvador.

Mobile

+503 7744 5400

Website

http://www.lagodecoatepeque.com

Current local date and time now

Saturday, May 11, 2024, 5:04

User Ratings

4.5 based on (386 reviews)

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Reviews

  • 5TravelingSoccerLoon 5:00 PM Jan 11, 2022
    Spectacular Lake
    After hiking Volcan Santa Ana in the Cerro Verde National Park, we stopped at one of the many open air restaurant/grills that line this beautiful lake. Even on a cloudy day with the distant mountains and volcanoes obscured, it was still a spectacular sight. Would love to return in the dry season and get out on the lake.
  • 5Natalie B 5:00 PM Apr 9, 2015
    Mind blowing
    Once you get to the top and look down on the lake, you can't believe it is inside a volcano. The volcano sealed back up and over time a lake formed. It is surreal to think you can swim and boat in a volcano. My suggestion is to grab a bite to eat in one of the many restaurants along the edge and watch the sunset.

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