[ Google AdSense 728x90 Leaderboard ]

Top 30 Deepest Lakes

The freshwater lakes with the greatest maximum depth. This comprehensive dataset is meticulously compiled from verified global sources and updated regularly. Use the sorting and filtering tools to explore the data, or export it as CSV for deeper analysis. All figures are cross-referenced with authoritative international databases.

Rank ⇵Lake Name ⇵Country/Region ⇵Max Depth (m) ⇵
1Lake Baikal1,642 mRussiaAsia
2Lake Tanganyika1,470 mTanzania/DRCAfrica
3Caspian Sea1,025 mRussia/IranAsia/Europe
4Lake Vostok (Subglacial)1,000 mAntarcticaAntarctica
5O'Higgins/San Martin Lake836 mChile/ArgentinaSouth America
6Lake Malawi (Nyasa)706 mMalawi/MozambiqueAfrica
7Issyk-Kul668 mKyrgyzstanAsia
8Great Slave Lake614 mCanadaNorth America
9Crater Lake594 mUSANorth America
10Lake Matano590 mIndonesiaAsia
11General Carrera Lake586 mChile/ArgentinaSouth America
12Hornindalsvatnet514 mNorwayEurope
13Quesnel Lake511 mCanadaNorth America
14Lake Toba505 mIndonesiaAsia
15Sarez Lake505 mTajikistanAsia
16Lake Tahoe501 mUSANorth America
17Lake Argentino500 mArgentinaSouth America
18Kivu480 mRwanda/DRCAfrica
19Salsvatnet464 mNorwayEurope
20Lake Hauroko462 mNew ZealandOceania
21Tinnsja460 mNorwayEurope
22Adams Lake457 mCanadaNorth America
23Lake Chelan453 mUSANorth America
24Lake Van451 mTurkeyAsia
25Lake Pukaki448 mNew ZealandOceania
26Mjøsa444 mNorwayEurope
27Lake Poschiavo439 mSwitzerlandEurope
28Lake Como410 mItalyEurope
29Lake Superior406 mUSA/CanadaNorth America
30Lake Maggiore372 mItaly/SwitzerlandEurope
Share:

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Deepest Lakes in the World?
The freshwater lakes with the greatest maximum depth.
How many entries are in this list?
There are currently Top 30 Deepest Lakes entries recorded in this list.
How is this data collected and verified?
Data is sourced from official records, government publications, peer-reviewed studies, and reputable international organizations. All entries are cross-referenced with multiple sources to ensure accuracy and reliability.
How often is this list updated?
This list is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect the most current data available. Some statistics change frequently (e.g. population, rankings) while others remain stable over time (e.g. historical records).
Can I use this data for research or projects?
Yes. The data presented here is free to use for educational, research, and personal projects. We recommend citing the original sources for academic work. Use the Export CSV button to download the data in a spreadsheet format.

Related Data Lists

Top 30 Deepest Lakes Largest Countries by Total Area
A list of the world's largest countries ranked by total surface area (km²).
Top 30 Deepest Lakes Most Populated Countries in the World
List of countries with the highest human population according to recent UN estimates.
Longest Rivers in the World
A list of the world's longest river systems measured by total length.