History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Kurtboğazı Dam and its lake basin, built in 1967 on the Kurtboğazı Stream on the Ankara-Istanbul highway, in order to meet the water needs of the capital and prevent floods; It is one of Ankara's most established and popular recreation paradises with its rich pine groves, picnic and water sports areas. The dam lake fills the steep strait rocks on both sides, creating a fjord beauty. According to legend, the region was called "Kurtboğazı" because wolf packs passed through this narrow strait during the winter months in the past. The area, equipped with modern facilities by Ankara Metropolitan Municipality and Nature Conservation and National Parks, hosts tens of thousands of visitors on weekends. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
The dam lake is located at an altitude of 970 meters. It is surrounded by steep limestone cliffs and large larch and Scots pine groves. The large turquoise water surface offers refreshing breezes on hot summer days. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Vehicle entrance fee to the recreation area is applied (is_free: false).•Visiting Hours and Days:It is open to visitors 7 days a week between 08:00 - 22:00.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: Entering and swimming in the reservoir is strictly prohibited and dangerous. Due to fire precautions, fires can only be lit in designated barbecue areas. The asphalt and stone roads within the facility are suitable for baby strollers and wheelchairs.•Facilities and Facilities:Wooden camellias, stone barbecues, children's playgrounds, countryside restaurants, water bike rental, fountains, prayer room and modern WC are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:D750 Ankara-Istanbul Highway 55th km, Kurtboğazı Mevkii, Kahramankazan / Ankara.•Road Condition and Vehicle Availability: It is on the main highway, 55 km from Ankara center and 12 km from Kahramankazan. It is extremely comfortable for any vehicle to travel on the divided double highway quality road.•Real Public Transportation Information: Kızılcahamam-Kahramankazan buses and EGO 502/563 lines departing from Ankara Akköprü or Sıhhiye stop at the main entrance of the dam.•Parking Availability:There is a large parking lot with a capacity of hundreds of vehicles within the facilities. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photography Spots and Frames:Panoramic shots of pine groves reflected in the water over the dam body and cheerful summer landscapes created by water bikes.•Relaxation & Picnic:Having a family barbecue in wooden camellias by the lake, brewing samovar tea and breathing in the cool pine-scented air is a capital classic.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:You should try the famous cauldron roast and fresh village ayran at the facilities on the highway.