Lake Hoko
保古の湖
A high-altitude recreational lake in Gifu offering seasonal activities like ice fishing and autumn foliage viewing in a national park.
What it is
- A man-made lake completed in 1924 within the Ena-san Highland National Recreation Area.
- A high-altitude body of water sitting approximately 900 meters above sea level.
- A recreational destination featuring a five kilometer circumference and a maximum depth of 15 meters.
- A site connected to nearby Lake Nenoue via a dedicated water channel.
What to see
- Vibrant autumn colors as one of the Hida-Mino Autumn Foliage Thirty-Three locations.
- The Ena Sanso National Lodge and an adjacent campsite for overnight stays.
- Forest walking paths surrounding the lake and nearby highland areas.
- Canoeing facilities and designated areas for camping and outdoor recreation.
When to go
- Winter months for traditional smelt fishing through the surface ice.
- Autumn to view the seasonal foliage recognized as a top regional spot.
Getting there
- The nearest rail access is via Iinuma Station on the Akechi Line.
- Accessible by car using National Route 19 and Route 363.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Lake Hoko Open in Google Maps
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