Saklikent Canyon National Park

Saklikent Canyon National Park

Located in Mugla Province, an hour away from Fethiye, Saklikent National Park is an extraordinary natural wonder and one of the most magnificent national parks in Turkey.

The Aklar Plateau is a paradise for adventure enthusiasts, featuring steep rocks, plane and pine trees, and crystalline springs. The plateau is home to endemic geophytes and cyclamens, making it a unique and captivating sight.

Saklikent Canyon National Park

Saklikent National Park is characterized by a raging river that flows so fiercely that it is impossible to go against its current. Fortunately, wooden platforms have been built on the rocks and overhanging cliffs to provide visitors with a breathtaking view of the explosion point. Beyond that, the canyon offers an ever-changing natural landscape that is both mysterious and alluring. The canyon sometimes becomes so narrow that visitors cannot even see the sky overhead. Mud ponds stretch out over 18 kilometers at both ground level and elevated heights.

Local legend has it that a shepherd who lost his goat one day stumbled upon the hidden city of Saklikent while searching for the animal. According to the legend, the goat was drawn to the cool gorge and had been hiding there during its escape.

At 300 meters deep and 18 kilometers long, Saklikent Canyon is one of the world's deepest canyons. Exploring its full length requires professional equipment and advanced canyoning knowledge. Even on a hot summer day, the ice-cold water spouting from the rocks will make visitors feel chilly at this depth.