Hășmaș Mountains / Eastern Carpathians – Harghita County – Romania Short Presentation Red Lake (Lacul Roșu) is located at the foothills of the Hășmaș Mountains, in the Eastern Carpathians, in the northeastern part of Harghita County. The most famous attraction of the resort is the legendary Red Lake, a natural dam lake with reddish water from which dead tree trunks emerge, backed by the impressive cliffs of the Small Cohard (Cohardul Mic). This quiet mountain resort, specialized in mountain tourism, is the ideal choice for nature lovers, hikers, and families who want to discover one of the most beautiful natural wonders of Transylvania. The 5 Most Important Attractions of the Resort Red Lake – One of the best-known natural dam lakes in Transylvania, with tree trunks emerging from the reddish water and a spectacular mountain backdrop; in the center of the resort (0 km). Bicaz Gorge (Cheile Bicazului) – Dramatic gorge with vertical limestone walls up to 300 m high, waterfalls, and unique rock formations (Fairy Garden, Altar); approx. 5 km. Small Cohard (Cohardul Mic) – Imposing rocky peak at 1344–1345 m, offering superb panoramic views over the lake and the valley; approx. 3–4 km (hiking trail). Walking around Red Lake and boat trip – Easy, well-maintained path with viewpoints or boat ride among the tree trunks; 0 km. Via Ferrata (Wild Ferenc Memorial Route) – Equipped climbing route with ladders, handholds, and suspension bridges on the Small Cohard rocks; nearby (starts from beside the lake). Quick Information Location: Hășmaș Mountains / Eastern Carpathians / Harghita County Altitude: 980–983 m above sea level Access: Mountain road (from Gheorgheni on DN12C – scenic serpentine road) Climate: • average summer temperature: 15–20 °C (cool, mountainous) • average winter temperature: –5 – –10 °C (snow-covered) Tourist Character: Mountain tourism, hiking, lake and rock tourism, active adventure tourism (via ferrata, boating) Location Red Lake is situated in the Eastern Carpathians, in the Hășmaș Mountains, near the Bicaz River valley. The area is part of the Bicaz Gorge – Hășmaș National Park, featuring wild coniferous forests, steep limestone cliffs, and mountain streams. The distinctive feature of the landscape is the natural lake formed by a landslide in 1838, dense forests, and high white limestone walls. Natural Attractions Red Lake One of the most unique natural formations in Transylvania: dead tree trunks emerging from the reddish water combined with the cliffs in the background creat…