Lake Sampaloc
Lake Sampaloc is a volcanic crater lake in Laguna on the island of Luzon. It is the largest of the Seven Lakes of San Pablo. Nearly half of the lake's depth has a shallow depression at the bottom, indicating its volcanic origin. The lake is behind San Pablo city hall and is dotted with fishpens and small cottages built on stilts.
| Lake Sampaloc | |
|---|---|
Lake Sampaloc Location in the Philippines | |
| Location | Laguna |
| Group | Seven Lakes of San Pablo |
| Coordinates | 14°04′44″N 121°19′48″E |
| Type | maar |
| Basin countries | Philippines |
| Max. width | 1.2 kilometres (0.75 mi) |
| Surface area | 104 hectares (260 acres) |
| Average depth | 10 metres (33 ft) |
| Max. depth | 27 metres (89 ft) |
| Settlements | San Pablo City |
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