Stora Gla

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Stora Gla, Recreational lake in Arvika municipality, Sweden

The lake extends over 34.3 square kilometers with a maximum depth of 65 meters at an elevation of 141 meters above sea level.

Since 1958, Stora Gla has maintained a hydrological connection to Glava hydroelectric power station through a culvert from Tjärnebackeviken.

The surrounding Glaskogen Nature Reserve contains 300 kilometers of hiking trails where visitors experience Swedish outdoor recreation traditions.

Anglers need to obtain the Glaskogens Fishing License from authorized vendors like Glava Glasbruk or Arvika Tourist Office before fishing.

The lake forms part of a system of 36 connected water bodies where species like perch, pike, burbot, whitefish, and trout inhabit the waters.

GPS coordinates: 59.49337,12.49015

Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:01

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