Šatorsko Lake Lake
Mountain lake in Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
A mountain lake beneath Mount Šator in Bosnia and Herzegovina that attracts hikers and campers for alpine scenery, short treks and freshwater fishing.
Šatorsko Lake at a Glance#
About Šatorsko Lake#
Šatorsko Lake is a small mountain lake on the slopes of the Šator massif in western Bosnia and Herzegovina. The lake occupies a high-elevation basin and is part of a rugged mountain landscape.
Visitors encounter a compact, scenic mountain tarn surrounded by alpine meadows and ridgelines; the site is used by hikers and mountaineers as a rest point on routes over the massif. The surrounding terrain is typical of Dinaric highland country with exposed rock and mountain pasture.
The lake is a natural mountain feature formed in a glacial or periglacial basin and has served traditionally as grazing and transit terrain for local communities. There is no major built heritage at the site.
The lake lies in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the mountainous borderlands of the western Dinaric Alps, accessed from local mountain trails.
- Alpine lake: A mountain tarn of probable glacial origin that serves as a waypoint for hikers on routes across the Šator massif; the lake is valued for its alpine setting.
How to Get to Šatorsko Lake#
Drive from Livno or nearby towns in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina via local mountain roads; expect narrow, winding routes and limited signage. A sturdy vehicle is advisable; local guides can provide precise directions for access points.
Tips for Visiting Šatorsko Lake#
- Time visits for late afternoon light-the lake's karst shores glow warmly.
- Ask locals about access points; not all shores are public and some approaches cross private land.
- Bring a waterproof jacket; mountain weather changes quickly in this region.
Best Time to Visit Šatorsko Lake#
Summer is best for outdoor use; shoulder seasons quieter and good for photography.
Weather & Climate near Šatorsko Lake#
Šatorsko Lake's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -7°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1269 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - -1° | -8° | 86 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| February | Poor | -7° - -1° | -9° | 87 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 95 mm | overcast | 86% | 3.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -1° - 6° | -1° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.3h |
| May | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 5° | 103 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| June | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 2.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.3h |
| July | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 78 mm | some cloud | 66% | 2.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.0h |
| August | Very Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 88 mm | some cloud | 62% | 2.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.8h |
| September | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 8° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 3° | 126 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.3 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 4° | -3° | 149 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 123 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
