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ECO TOURISM

Župica Lake

Prejaksko Lake

13.3 km to the city center

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Description

Prekajsko Lake, also known as Župica Lake, is an artificial reservoir on the Unac River, located 17 km upstream from Drvar in Prekaja near the village of Župica. It was created in the second half of the 20th century by building a dam 24.74 m high and 692 m wide, in order to store water for the needs of Drvar's pulp and paper industry.

With the closure of part of the factory, its original purpose ended, and the lake was repurposed as a recreational destination. It covers an area of 2 km², with no built tourist infrastructure. It is surrounded by lush forests and mountain peaks between Drvar and Bosansko Grahovo. The lake has been stocked with fish — carp and chub live there, and sources also mention trout and catfish. Access is by road from Drvar. Local environmental initiatives regularly clean the shores and encourage biodiversity. The lake is an ideal destination for eco-tourism, fishing, camping, boating, and hiking through the surrounding forests.

Location: Prekaja, 17 km upstream from Drvar
Dam 24.74 m high × 692 m wide
Area: 2 km²

Activities at the Lake

Fishing: carp, chub; calm water and spectacular scenery; check permits with TO Drvar
Boating: the calm lake surface — ideal for exploring hidden coves and the shoreline
Camping: along the shore in a natural setting; no developed infrastructure — bring everything with you
Hiking: trails through dense forests around the lake; easy to challenging; views of the lake from higher ground
Picnic: lakeshores suitable for family gatherings and relaxing in nature
Photography and nature observation: rich flora and fauna; birds, aquatic insects, rare plant species

Eco-tourism and practical info

Eco-tourism: a lake without mass tourism and crowds — authentic untouched nature
Environmental actions: volunteer shoreline cleanups, habitat restoration; possible involvement by contacting the local community
Infrastructure: ⚠️ no organized facilities (toilets, sun loungers, camping equipment) — bring everything with you
Access: by road from Drvar; the road is fairly good; check road conditions during the rainy season
Combination: Titova pećina Drvar + Vrelo Bastašice + Prekajsko Lake — a three-day route in the Drvar region