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Arenal Lake

The Arenal Lake which initially was a small lagoon is a byproduct of a damn built in 1973 by the
Costa Rican Institute of Electricity, which in just 3 years became the largest lake in Costa Rica, with a surface area of 88 square kilometers. In the southwest end of the lake there are wind turbines that supply water to Guanacaste and hydroelectricity to the Arenal region. And yes, an excellent view of Arenal Volcano from the lake front. Also, due to the strong wind, it is also rated as the third best place in the world for windsurfing, especially the western end of the lake. Sailing is recommended as well. The best season to visit is typically from December to April. A must see if planning to be in the Arenal area.

COST: No entrance fee