The Beydaglar Mountains, the western
extension of the Taurus Mountains, lie to the west of
the Bay of Antalya and run parallel a north-south direction.
The most important peaks are Teke, Mt. Bakirdagi, Mt.
Tahtali Dag and Kizlar Sivrisi. The
tallest of these is Kizlar Sivrisi, 3069ms.
This mountain, which enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year,
can be climbed in one day and the view of the sea and
Antalya is well worth the effort. The sunrise form the
peak, for those willing to sacrifice some sleep, is
dazzling.
Parachuting is possible here with a good wind, and has
stunning views. Besides an important climbing and hiking
centre, Beydaglar Mountains also offer superb winter
sports. Height: 3069 m. Location: These mountains make up the western
portion of the Taurus Mountains, located in the province
of Antalya. They run north-south, parallel to the Mediterranean
coast. Climbing and hiking are possible year-round,
with the best months between April and June.
Characteristics:These
mostly limestone mountains exhibit a wide range of flora,
and there are quite a number of peaks in this range. Transportation: The best starting point for
climbers is Antalya, Kemer and Elmali, and there is
a good choice of transport by road, air and sea from
Istanbul and Izmir, and air or road from Ankara. Climbing: The highest peak in the region, Kizlar
Sivrisi, (3069 m.) can be reached from Elmali. From
here, one may go by car to the Camcukuru highlands,
which are covered with cedar forests. Climbers camping
at Camcukuru can reach the summit and return to camp
in one day. The most interesting hike or climb in the
region is Mt. Tahtali (2360 m), which has many different
species of plant life up to 2000 meters, and above the
tree line is mountain pastures. To climb Mt. Tahtali,
take a car from Kemer to Sogukpinar (Sogucaksu) on the
mountain's northern slope, in order to set up camp.
The view during the climb is one of ever-changing beauty.