History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Saklıgöl, an emerald green artificial dam pond hidden in a deep valley within the forests of Şile's Karamandere village, took its name from its fairy-tale location hidden in nature. It is one of the city's most popular nature escape routes, with wooden walking piers surrounding the lake, wild ducks floating on the water, reeds, trekking trails among the mighty oak and hornbeam groves. It is a favorite among nature lovers with its forest view that changes color throughout the four seasons and wooden countryside restaurants on the lake shore. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
It is a deep freshwater pond at an altitude of approximately 70 meters above sea level, on the forest valley floor. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:Visiting the pond surroundings and trails is completely free; Lakeside facilities are subject to menu tariffs.•Visiting Hours and Days:Open 7 days a week between 08:00 - 21:00.•Rules, Safety and Stroller/Disabled Access: The wooden lake pier is flat and stroller friendly; It is strictly forbidden to enter the pond and light a fire.•Facilities and Facilities:Wooden pond pier, country restaurant, wooden camellias, walking track and WC are available. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Karamandere Mahallesi, Saklıgöl Caddesi, Şile / İstanbul.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: You can reach the lakeside by passenger car from Şile center via the Karamandere village road via asphalt and cobblestone roads.•Real Public Transportation Information: You can come to the village with Karamandere minibuses departing from Şile center and walk to the lake.•Parking Availability:There is a large open car park at the lake entrance. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photo Spots and Frames:Emerald green lake mirror from the wooden viewing dock, reflections of ducks on the water and oak branches overhanging the lake.•Light and Shooting Hours:The clear first hours of the morning, the light fog on the lake and the moment of autumn leaf fall.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:You should try village cheese casserole, fresh samovar tea and village breakfast at the wooden restaurant on the lake shore.