Lake Dayet Hachlaf

A lake in Ifrane Province, Morocco
5°0′0″N 0°33′33″E / 5.00000°N 0.55917°E / 5.00000; 0.55917TypeLakeBasin countries MoroccoSurface area14 acres (5.7 ha)Surface elevation1,650 m (5,410 ft)

Dayet Hachlaf is a lake and natural retreat situated within the Dayet Aoua commune in the Ifrane Province of Morocco. The lake is surrounded by willow trees and serves as a habitat for trout, which are nourished by various water springs.[1] Dayet Hachlaf encompasses an area of approximately 14 hectares, with a maximum depth of 3 meters, situated at an altitude of 1,650 meters above sea level.[2] Trout fishing is a popular activity at the lake from May to August. In 2022, Dayet Hachlaf experienced a complete drying up.[3][4]

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References

  1. ^ “Dhaya Hachlaf. An exception among most of the water bodies in the Middle Atlas region”. Archived from the original on 2020-09-18.
  2. ^ “Field visit to some water bodies in the Diaa Awa community of Bafran”. Archived from the original on 2021-04-29.
  3. ^ “Fes Region. 158 million dirhams allocated to strengthen the road network in Ifrane”. Archived from the original on 2021-04-29.
  4. ^ “The drought has obliterated the landmarks of Dhaya Hachlaf in Ifrane”. Archived from the original on 2024-06-18.


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