Yayla Roads

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Yayla Roads around Uzungol are scenic mountain routes that connect highland areas and plateaus. These roads offer beautiful views of forests, valleys, and mountains, making them ideal for travelers who enjoy road trips, photography, and exploring remote nature.

What to See & Do

  • 🚗 Enjoy scenic mountain drives 🛣️ through dramatic valleys and past hidden waterfalls 🌊
  • 📸 Stop at unofficial viewpoints 🖼️ for unique photography of Uzungöl from above 🔭
  • 🏘️ Explore nearby plateaus 🏔️ and traditional stone-built villages like Demirkapı and Çaykara 🏠
  • 🍃 Experience quiet natural surroundings 🌬️ where the only sound is the wind and distant streams 🔇

How to Get There

  • 🚙 Private vehicle recommended 🚜—a high-clearance SUV or 4×4 provides the best access to unpaved side roads 🏁
  • 📍 Accessible directly from Uzungöl 🏙️ by following the signs for ‘Karester’ or ‘Haldizen’ 🧭
  • ⚠️ Drive carefully on narrow roads 🛤️—be prepared to pull over to let local trucks and tractors pass 🚜
  • 🚕 Hire a local driver 🚕 if you prefer to enjoy the scenery without the stress of navigating hairpin turns 🏁

Travel Tips

  • 📡 Check weather conditions 🌦️—if heavy fog (sis) rolls in, visibility can drop to less than 5 meters 🌫️
  • 🐌 Drive slowly and carefully 🛑—mountain roads often have sharp turns and no guardrails 🎢
  • ⛽ Carry fuel and essentials 🧴—there are no gas stations once you leave the Uzungöl valley floor 🎒
  • 📢 Use your horn 🎺 gently when approaching blind corners to alert oncoming local traffic 🔊

Suggested Itinerary

  • 📍 09:00 AM – Start your drive from Uzungöl 🚗 heading toward the upper mountain ridges ⛰️
  • 📸 10:00 AM – Stop at various viewpoints 🤳 for panoramic photography of the Haldizen Valley 🏔️
  • 📍 12:00 PM – Continue to nearby plateaus 🏡 like Lustra or Karester for a highland walk 👣

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: Accessible at all times

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Daytime in clear weather

Location

📌Yayla Roads, Uzungol Area, Caykara, Trabzon, Turkey

👉 View on Google Maps

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