Black Lake (Crno Jezero)

Visiting

Starting from the main beach puts the classic view first: Međed reflected in the water, best before any wind gets up. The path then runs into tall conifers and crosses streams on small wooden bridges, and the far shore is the quieter half. Look for the strait between the two basins, which in some years shows the divide clearly by late summer.

Rowing boats and kayaks go out from the jetty, and swimming is allowed in summer, though the water stays cool. A restaurant overlooks the lake, and stalls on the approach sell wild berries, honey, tea and nuts. Marked trails leave the shore for the Ice Cave, Zminje Lake and the high peaks, so most of the park's classic hikes start here.