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Tara National Park

Zaovine lake

Turquoise lake in the hills, beautiful in morning mist.

Updated 1–2 hours
Misty lake among hills

Quick answer

Zaovine is an artificial lake on Tara, made as a reservoir for a hydro power plant. With its five bays, it has earned the nickname “Jewel of Tara”.

Quick facts

Type
Lake
Where
Tara National Park
Time needed
1–2 hours
Entry
Free
Last checked
1 Nov 2026

What to see

  • Turquoise water between forested hills
  • Morning mist over the bays
  • Quiet roads and viewpoints around the shore

Map

Map of the area around Zaovine lake

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Getting there

It is about 30 minutes by car from Mitrovac on mountain roads. You need your own transport.

Good to know

Come early for the mist. Bring food, since there are few places to eat around the lake.

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Sources

Checked online 1 Nov 2026. Prices, hours and access change; confirm before you travel.

More in Tara National Park

All of Tara National Park →
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House on a rock in the DrinaFree
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Perućac lake on the DrinaPaid
Drina boat tripBoat ride through the canyon from Perućac.Half a day

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Photo credits

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