Lake Laka Lake
Small glacial lake in Šumava National Park
Small glacial lake in the Šumava/Plzeň region, set among peat bogs and forest; hikers use boardwalks and trails to reach the lake and explore the surrounding wetlands.
Lake Laka at a Glance#
About Lake Laka#
Lake Laka is a small natural lake in the Šumava (Bohemian Forest) area of the Plzeň Region, Czech Republic, located at about 49.11047 N, 13.3279 E. It lies within the protected landscape of Šumava.
The lake is a destination for hikers and nature visitors using Šumava National Park trails; it has a compact shoreline and is one of several glacially-formed lakes in the area. Facilities are oriented to low-impact outdoor recreation.
Lake Laka is a natural mountain-basin lake formed during the region’s glacial history and incorporated into the national park for conservation and recreation.
The lake is situated in the Šumava range in the Plzeň Region near the Czech-German border at the coordinates above, surrounded by forested slopes and parkland trails.
- Šumava National Park: located within the Šumava (Bohemian Forest) region and inside Šumava National Park, making it accessible from regional hiking trails.
How to Get to Lake Laka#
Reachable by regional roads from towns such as Klatovy and Sušice; public buses serve nearby villages but the final approach often requires a short walk on nature trails. Parking is available at marked trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Lake Laka#
- Arrive midweek to avoid weekend crowds from nearby Plzeň region towns.
- The boardwalk and short nature trails are the best way to access the shore without harming sensitive bog plants.
- If hiking, include a stop at nearby hill viewpoints for a different perspective on the lake.
Best Time to Visit Lake Laka#
Lake Laka is a small glacial lake in the Šumava (Bohemian Forest) area of the Plzeň Region, known for its peatlands and clear water.
Weather & Climate near Lake Laka#
Lake Laka's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1301 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 121 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 0° | -9° | 90 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 3° | -5° | 105 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 7° | -1° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 90 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.2h |
| June | Acceptable | 7° - 16° | 11° | 126 mm | overcast | 75% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| July | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 148 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.6h |
| August | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.2h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 97 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 90 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 104 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 1° | -8° | 141 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.0h |
