Grey Lake facts for kids
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 Grey Lake
Location in Southern Patagonia
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| Location | Magallanes Region |
| Coordinates | 51°04′S 73°09′W / 51.067°S 73.150°W |
| Type | glacial lake |
| Primary inflows | Grey Glacier |
| Primary outflows | Grey River |
| Basin countries | Chile |
| Max. length | > 15 km (9.3 mi) |
| Surface area | 32.6 km2 (12.6 sq mi) |
Grey Lake is a beautiful lake found in Torres del Paine National Park in southern Chile. It's special because it's fed by a huge ice river called the Grey Glacier. This means the lake is filled with very cold, clear water that comes directly from melting ice. The lake is famous for its stunning blue icebergs that float on its surface. These icebergs break off from the glacier and drift across the lake.
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What is Grey Lake?
Grey Lake is known as a glacial lake. This means it was formed and is still fed by a glacier. Glaciers are like giant, slow-moving rivers of ice. As the ice melts, it flows into the lake, making its water a unique greyish-blue color. This color comes from tiny rock particles that the glacier grinds up as it moves.
Where is Grey Lake Located?
Grey Lake is located in the Magallanes Region of southern Chile. It is a major part of the famous Torres del Paine National Park. This park is a very popular place for tourists and adventurers from all over the world. The lake is found in a wild and beautiful area called Patagonia.
How Big is Grey Lake?
Grey Lake is quite large. It stretches for more than 15 kilometers (about 9 miles) in length. Its total area covers about 32.6 square kilometers (about 12.6 square miles). This makes it one of the important natural features of the national park.
The Mighty Grey Glacier
The most amazing thing about Grey Lake is its connection to the Grey Glacier. This glacier is part of the huge Southern Patagonian Ice Field. The glacier flows right into the lake, creating a dramatic scene. Large pieces of ice often break off the glacier's face. These pieces become the famous blue icebergs that float on the lake.
Icebergs on the Lake
The icebergs on Grey Lake are a major attraction. They can be very big and come in many shapes. Their blue color is caused by the way light reflects off the dense ice. These icebergs slowly drift across the lake until they eventually melt.
Exploring Grey Lake
Many people visit Grey Lake to see its amazing scenery. You can take boat tours that get close to the glacier and the icebergs. Some people also enjoy kayaking among the floating ice. The area around the lake is also popular for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of Torres del Paine National Park.
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Grey Lake, in the Torres del Paine National Park
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A bergy bit iceberg on Grey Lake from Grey Glacier
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Firebush (Embothrium coccineum) near Grey Lake
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See also
In Spanish: Lago Grey para niños
