Location and altitude
Location: Middle section of the Shing Valley.
Altitude: around 1771 m.
The altitude is shown as approximate because small differences appear across guidebooks and travel sources.
Seven Lakes by lake • Hushyor
Third Lake of Seven Lakes: Hushyor (Gushor)
Hushyor feels like a rougher and more mountain-heavy section of the route, with more rock, stronger relief and less of the soft lower-lake feeling.
around 1771 m
Middle section of the Shing Valley
Haft Kul route
NameHushyor / Gushor
Order in cascade3 of 7
Altitudearound 1771 m
Associationmore dramatic mountain landscape
Lake overview
At Hushyor the valley feels rougher, rockier and more clearly mountainous. It is one of the first points where the route shifts from an easy scenic start to a stronger highland feel.
Why this lake matters
At Hushyor the valley feels rougher, rockier and more clearly mountainous. It is one of the first points where the route shifts from an easy scenic start to a stronger highland feel.
After Hushyor the route moves on toward Nofin, where the lakes begin to feel longer and the valley opens up more visibly.
Travel tips
These tips help you understand this lake better and plan the full Haft Kul route with more confidence.
Practical advice
- Travelers may see both spellings, Hushyor and Gushor, in maps and local references.
- Roadside points slightly above the lake often create the best photo angle.
- This is a good stop for understanding how the route becomes more alpine.
How it fits the route
After Hushyor the route moves on toward Nofin, where the lakes begin to feel longer and the valley opens up more visibly.