Štrkovisko Kotešová
Štrkovisko Kotešová is a gravel pit located next to the Váh river near Dolný Hričov airport, known for its clean water and nearby parking, though swimming is officially prohibited due to steep banks and sharp stones.

🌊 A gravel pit lake near the Váh river, known for its clean water.
⚠️ Officially not permitted for swimming, but popular for unofficial dips.

Why Go

💧 Enjoy clean water for a refreshing dip (at your own risk)
🚗 Convenient parking close to the lake
🌳 Find a spot in the shade for relaxation
🏞️ Beautiful natural setting for relaxation

Why Avoid

🚫 Swimming is officially prohibited
🚧 Steep banks and sharp stones require extreme caution
🍽️ No services directly at the water body
🅿️ Parking can sometimes be an issue

🏊‍♀️ Swimming

⛔ Officially NOT PERMITTED, visitors swim at their own risk.
🌡️ Water temperature is approximately 24°C during summer months.
⚠️ Banks are steep, and many sharp stones are present, requiring extreme caution.

🗺️ Getting There

📍 Located next to the Váh river, a short distance from Dolný Hričov airport.
➡️ Access from the village of Kotešová.
🛣️ A dirt road allows cars to get within 100 meters of the gravel pit.

🍽️ Food

🍽️ Nearest dining facilities are located in the village of Kotešová, approximately 5 minutes away.

💰 Cost

💰 No admission fees are mentioned, as it is a natural, unregulated area.

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gravel pitlakeoutdoornatureunofficial swimmingSlovakiaKotešová