Black Lake - Jirasek Rocks
Černé jezírko - Jiráskovy skály
Water
Bicycle friendly
Parking available
No swimming
The Black Lake and Jirasek Rocks, an artificially created lake and rock formations, are situated within the Adršpach-Teplice Rocks National Nature Park. This area is notable for its unique wetland ecosystem, acidic water, diverse hiking and cycling trails, historic Skály castle ruins, and panoramic views from the Čáp hill observation tower.

📜 Artificially created Black Lake and Jirasek Rocks are part of the Adršpach-Teplice Rocks National Nature Park.
🔍 Known for its unique wetland ecosystem and acidic water at 650m elevation.

Why Go

🚶‍♀️ Walk around the dark-colored lake, spot rare dragonflies
📚 Explore educational trails, historic Skály castle ruins, and viewpoints
⛰️ Ascend Čáp hill (786m) for 360-degree panoramic views from the observation tower
🚴‍♀️ Enjoy numerous marked hiking trails and cycling path no. 4036

Why Avoid

🚫 Swimming strictly prohibited in the lake
⚠️ Be aware of harsh climatic conditions
🚧 Final path to Čáp observation tower is stairs, inaccessible for strollers/cyclists

Tips

📸 Best for photography in spring and autumn

🅿️ Parking

Free parking on the road near the chateau.
Improvised parking available by roadside ponds.

👶 Accessibility

Stroller-friendly routes available (green trail from Solovický dvůr, yellow trail from Skály).
Steep road to Bišík accessible by bike or car.
Čáp observation tower is not stroller/cyclist friendly.

Other

Restaurant and children's playground located near the chateau.