Siri Lake (pond) is situated near Shogran in Siri, on the way to Payee in Kaghan Valley, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa the province of Pakistan.
It is located at the height of almost 2,590 metres (8,500 ft). The lake is accessible via Kiwai passing through Shogran through a jeep track.
Siri lake is like a pond and itself isn't very attractive. There is another pond/lake called Paye near this lake close to Makra Peak path. Makra Peak on a height of 11,200 ft. enhances the beauty of Siri with lake and vivid blue sky.
But the green forest and mountains standing along the lake make the whole landscape composition quite better. This enchanting, vibrant and fantastic place is such a thrill to visit.
A small forest rest house is located right above the lake and there's a Tea Khoka also present there. You can have some refreshments as well.
There is no proper way to reach the thrilling Siri other than jeep ride or adventure trek. The road is full of threats hence better to rent a local jeep.
It is so much tiring to trek and go there but once you reach your destination you will know that all the efforts were worth it and you will happen to see domed hillocks after spine tangling travel.
There are many strange stories famous with the strange naming of Siri paye (Heads and feet). Locals believe that Siri was a Hindu lady who loved the boy name Paye from Kaghan hence this place is named after their divine love.
Another myth is that a strange lion ate the goat of villagers and left its head and feet mounted. None knows the truth but these myths are very interesting to know.
During summer months the atmosphere is very pleasant with wildflower beds and pure nature. It is mostly clouded with different shades of dark. It is so much pleasure to play cricket on its slopes.