Yulton Lake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yulton Lake |
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Cay Volcano in the distance.
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Yulton Lake, on the map approximately in the middle between Puerto Cisnes and Puerto Aysén
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 Yulton Lake
Location in Chile
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| Coordinates | 45°06′19″S 72°55′05″W / 45.10528°S 72.91806°W |
| Basin countries | Chile |
| Surface area | 60 km2 (23 sq mi) |
| Surface elevation | around 488 m (1,601 ft) |
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Yulton Lake is a beautiful lake found in the Aysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region of Chile. It sits about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) east of Cay Volcano and 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) east of Maca Volcano. This lake is special because it was formed by volcanoes! It's known as a volcano-dammed lake.
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What is a Volcano-Dammed Lake?
A volcano-dammed lake forms when lava flows from a volcano block a river or valley. This creates a natural dam, and water builds up behind it, forming a lake. Yulton Lake was created this way, with ancient lava flows acting as its natural barrier.
Where is Yulton Lake?
Yulton Lake is located in the southern part of Chile, in a region known for its stunning natural beauty. It's part of the Aysén Region, which has many mountains, glaciers, and lakes. The lake is surrounded by the Andes Mountains, making it a very scenic spot.
How Big is Yulton Lake?
Yulton Lake covers an area of about 60 square kilometers (23 square miles). That's a pretty big lake! It sits at an elevation of around 488 meters (1,601 feet) above sea level.
Nearby Volcanoes
The lake is close to two important volcanoes:
- Cay Volcano: This volcano is about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) to the west of Yulton Lake.
- Maca Volcano: This one is a bit further, about 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) west of the lake.
These volcanoes played a big role in forming the lake and continue to shape the landscape around it.
Images for kids
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Cay Volcano in the distance.
See also
In Spanish: Lago Yulton para niños
