QUICK ANSWERS
Before you
see the lakes.
Can Blue Lake dry out?
Yes. Visit Imota notes that Blue Lake can sometimes dry out completely in summer or early autumn. Water levels vary markedly through the year.
Can you swim in Blue Lake?
Local tourism information describes swimming as a popular summer activity when water and access conditions allow. Always follow current local signage and conditions.
How far apart are Blue Lake and Red Lake?
Visit Imota places Red Lake about 1.5 kilometres from Blue Lake.
Why is Red Lake called Red Lake?
Its name refers to the reddish tones of the steep surrounding rock walls, not to red-coloured water.
Is Red Lake the deepest karst lake in Europe?
UNESCO describes Red Lake as Europe’s deepest karst lake.
Are the lakes part of a UNESCO site?
Yes. They are within the Biokovo–Imotski Lakes UNESCO Global Geopark, designated in 2024.