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Kyrgyzstan

Skazka Canyon – View of Lake Issyk‑Kul loop from Royal Gate Yurt camp

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Kyrgyzstan

Skazka Canyon – View of Lake Issyk‑Kul loop from Royal Gate Yurt camp

Easy

4.5

(4)

18

hikers

Skazka Canyon – View of Lake Issyk‑Kul loop from Royal Gate Yurt camp

01:57

6.90km

160m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Camping Site

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1

583 m

Entrance to Fairy Tale Canyon

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50 As per person (2019)

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2

1.24 km

Fascinating Rock Formations

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3

2.42 km

The simple toilet and parking is free. Sometimes the small snack bar is also open.

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4

2.49 km

Pond in the Fairy Tale Canyon

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same color as the rocks

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5

2.53 km

which character do you discover?

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6

2.69 km

Skazka Canyon

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the ascent is worth it, even if it is quite slippery in between

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7

2.69 km

View of Lake Issyk‑Kul

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Don't forget to bring binoculars!

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8

2.82 km

Fairy Tale Canyon

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B

6.90 km

End point

Camping Site

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.40 km

3.24 km

243 m

Surfaces

4.19 km

2.44 km

243 m

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Highest point (1,760 m)

Lowest point (1,620 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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