---
title: Lake Karataş
slug: lake-karatas-6d3fd
url: /detay/lake-karatas-6d3fd
type: article
language: English
entity:
  primary: Lake Karataş
  type: article
  disambiguation: Discover Lake Karataş, a vital wetland in Burdur, Turkey.  Facing drought, its ecological future needs our attention.
  categories:
    - name: Geology And Earth Sciences
      slug: jeoloji-ve-yeryuzu-bilimleri
      url: /kategori/jeoloji-ve-yeryuzu-bilimleri
    - name: General Knowledge
      slug: genel-kultur
      url: /kategori/genel-kultur
  tags:
    - Karataş Lake
    - Migratory birds
    - Ecological Balance
    - Wetlands
    - Climate Change
author: Sinem Bostan
created_at: 2025-06-29T23:20:24.152966+03:00
updated_at: 2025-06-30T13:55:19.596718+03:00
image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/06/30/mOO96nKa4sa4P2qgUyh9kxKjZEaTl7cy.jpg
---

# Lake Karataş

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## KURE Information Cards

### KURE Information Card: Karataş Lake

![YLyJIG24jtaMjiJ83ArkUQfGtp49fIxy.webp](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/06/29/PgC8RuXKyZ9fT7yFkp91S63nHvlCM2NP.webp)
*T.C Kültür Ve Turizm Bakanlığı*

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Elevation(s)(Text) | 1040 m |
| Location | Karamanlı Burdur |
| Threats | Drought groundwater extraction evaporation |
| Significance | Resting and feeding area for migratory birds |
| Lake Type | Freshwater natural |

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## Article Content

[Karataş Lake](/en/detay/karatas-golu-41d41/llms.txt) is a natural freshwater lake located within the borders of the Karamanlı district of [Burdur](/en/detay/burdur-e9c13/llms.txt) province, in the Mediterranean Region of Türkiye. Situated near the district center, the lake largely preserves its natural character. It is one of the significant wetlands of Burdur and forms a meaningful natural system for the region in both ecological and environmental terms.

### **Natural Structure and Ecosystem Features**

The surroundings of Karataş Lake are covered with reeds and marshes. These areas provide shelter and resting spots for migratory birds, especially during spring and autumn migrations, making the lake attractive for bird watchers and nature photographers. This feature contributes to the ecological value of wetlands in the Burdur region.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/06/22/Nfpsi4mJepHSgKrd28Xp21UOAnxCQwKc.png)
*Karataş Gölü (T.C Kültür Ve Turizm Bakanlığı)*

### **Drought and Current Status of the Lake**

In recent years, Karataş Lake has been heavily affected by environmental changes and has entered a serious drying phase. As of 2021, it was reported that the lake had almost completely dried up. According to Anadolu Agency, the water level has dropped significantly, and the bird population has declined. This situation is associated with climate change, reduced rainfall, evaporation, and environmental pressures.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/06/22/LdcFzIclImUZKYsw20zjp0NkYNfby1NZ.jpg)
*Karataş Gölü (Anadolu Ajansı)*

### **Regional Importance**

In the past, the lake was important for the Karamanlı district and its surroundings in various ways. Its function as a natural resource was indirectly linked by the local population to activities such as agriculture and livestock. Today, due to the risk of drying, these functions have largely been lost. Reviving the lake has become an important agenda item for local administrations and environmental organizations to protect ecological balance and sustain bird migration routes.

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## Academic Sources and References

1. “Göçmen Kuşların Uğrak Noktası Karataş Gölü Kurudu.” Anadolu Ajansı, 14 Ekim 2021. Erişim 22 Haziran 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/cevre/gocmen-kuslarin-ugrak-noktasi-karatas-golu-kurudu/2368640.
2. “Karataş Gölü.” Burdur İl Kültür ve Turizm Müdürlüğü. Erişim 22 Haziran 2025. https://burdur.ktb.gov.tr/TR-154882/karatas-golu.html.
3. “Karataş Gölü.” Karamanlı Kaymakamlığı. Erişim 22 Haziran 2025. http://www.karamanli.gov.tr/karatas-golu2.

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