Balos Lagoon
Kissamos, Greece
A turquoise lagoon of white and pink sand at the tip of the Gramvousa peninsula. The last 8 km are a rough dirt track and a steep path down; boats run from Kissamos.
- Nearest town
- Kissamos, Greece
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 35.5810, 23.5890
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Camping MithimnaCampsite14 km from Balos LagoonTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Camping NopigiaCampsite14 km from Balos LagoonWi-Fi
- SunsetCampsite19 km from Balos LagoonTentsCaravansShowers
All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Balos Lagoon?
Balos Lagoon is in Kissamos, Greece, at GPS 35.5810, 23.5890. It is about 40 km from Chania.
Can you camp near Balos Lagoon?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Mithimna, about 14 km away; within 25 km there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Balos Lagoon?
Balos Lagoon is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Crete: Chania to Knossos.
What is there to see near Balos Lagoon?
Places worth a stop nearby: Elafonisi (35 km), Chania Old Town and Venetian Harbour (39 km), Samaria Gorge (43 km) and Rethymno Old Town and Fortezza (83 km).
When is the best time to visit Balos Lagoon?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)