Karakız Lake () is an artificial pond in Mersin Province, Turkey. Geography The lake was formed in 1998. It is on Toros Mountains in the rural area of Erdemli district. Its main water source is Karakız Creek. It is at the east of the village Hacıalanı which actually is a yayla (summer resort). Distance to Erdemli is and to Mersin is . The bird’s flight distance to Mediterranean coast is . The longer dimension of the lake which is in north to south direction is about . The surface altitude is about . The total water capacity is . The lake discharges to Tömük Creek. Uses The lake is used for irrigation. It is also a popular picnic and fishing area. In the future it may further be used for sports. Mersin Union of Industrialists proposes to establish a winter sports complex around the lake. References Karakiz Landforms of Mersin Province Erdemli District Tourist attractions in Mersin Province