Hatila Valley National Park Park
National park in Artvin protecting deep valleys
A national park in Artvin Province, northeastern Turkey, featuring deep river valleys and broadleaf forests. Visitors hike marked trails, see waterfalls and cross forested canyons.
Hatila Valley National Park at a Glance#
Address: Hatila Valley National Park, Artvin Province, Turkey
Website: https://www.giresunyesil.com/hatila-vadisi-millet-bahcesi.html
Hours: Daily dawn-dusk (park access)
Admission: Entrance free; some guided hikes or shuttle services may charge separately
How to Get to Hatila Valley National Park#
The park is reached by road from Artvin city (roughly 40-60 km depending on the route). The nearest larger centres are Artvin and the town of Borçka; local minibuses and private transfers are common. Use the D010 coastal highway and then local roads inland toward the valley.
Tips for Visiting Hatila Valley National Park#
- Hire a local guide for the longer trails - the valley's narrow gorges and side paths are easiest to navigate with local knowledge.
- The park's suspension bridge and wooden walkways can be slippery after rain - take care and use the marked trails.
- Visit early in the morning for soft light and to avoid tour buses that sometimes arrive midday.
Best Time to Visit Hatila Valley National Park#
Late spring through early autumn is the best time to experience the walking trails, waterfalls and the park's biodiversity.
Weather & Climate near Hatila Valley National Park#
Hatila Valley National Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1029 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -11° - -3° | -12° | 75 mm | overcast | 91% | 2.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| February | Poor | -11° - -2° | -12° | 66 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -8° - 0° | -8° | 66 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 6° | -1° | 86 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 2° - 12° | 4° | 106 mm | overcast | 75% | 3.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.4h |
| June | Good | 4° - 16° | 8° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 15.0h |
| July | Good | 7° - 20° | 13° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 2.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.7h |
| August | Good | 7° - 20° | 13° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Good | 4° - 16° | 10° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Acceptable | 0° - 10° | 3° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 3° | -4° | 100 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -2° | -10° | 91 mm | overcast | 88% | 3.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.1h |