Lake Arenal
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Lake Arenal's dark, mineral-imbued waters reflect rolling green pastures, rainforest canopies and the mighty Arenal volcano. It's the country's largest lake at 33 square miles, and the power source behind Arenal Dam –Costa Rica's largest hydroelectric project.
Quick Facts
- Location: 10 miles west of La Fortuna
- Altitude: 1,740 feet above sea level
- Area: 21,120 acres
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ContinueLast updated: Oct 21, 2023