Viewpoints · Abu Dhabi
Ducks Lake
بحيرة البط
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Before you go
7 facts, each with its source- Time needed 30–60 minutes Source: editor · category default
- Best season November–March Source: editor · category default
- Difficulty Easy on arrival — the road to it can be the hard part Source: editor · category default
- Family friendly Yes — edges are rarely fenced Source: editor · category default
- Drones Registration with the GCAA is required before flying, whatever the drone weighs, and recreational flying is limited to approved green zones below 400 ft Source: official · national rule · General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) · checked 2026-09-05
- Dress The UAE expects shoulders and knees covered away from hotels, beaches and pools. A wind layer. It is cooler and much windier at the edge. Source: editor · category default
- Elevation 240 m Source: srtm · NASA SRTM 30 m model
Not confirmed for this place: 4x4 needed · Entry fee · Opening hours · Facilities · Wheelchair. Know one of these? Tell us →
Safety notes
- Summer here is humid as well as hot, and the humidity is what catches visitors out: shade, water and an indoor plan for the middle of the day matter more than the temperature reading suggests.
- Flying a drone needs a permit, and there are large no-fly areas around airports, ports and government buildings. Do not assume a camera drone is allowed anywhere.
- Do not photograph people without asking, and do not photograph military, port or government sites at all.
- During Ramadan, eating, drinking and smoking in public in daylight is not done, and opening hours shift; check before you plan a day around a site.
Editor notes, reviewed 2026-09-04
How far is it?
- 1 h 38 mfrom Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) · 153 km
- 21 mfrom Al Ain (oasis and Jebel Hafit) · 19 km
- 1 h 39 mfrom Abu Dhabi (island city) · 164 km
Road distance and driving time from OpenStreetMap routing, without traffic. Mountain tracks are often slower than the router thinks.
When to go
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ComfortableToo hot
Winter air is clearest; spring and early summer bring dust that can flatten a view for days.
Source: editor · category default · 2026-09-04. Category default set by the editor — a verified per-place season replaces it.
About & Sources Ducks Lake
Ducks Lake is a viewpoint in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Entry fee, opening hours and vehicle requirements have not yet been verified for this page — the fact box says so plainly rather than guessing, so check locally before you go. For this kind of place the comfortable season is typically November–March. Nearby: Dddd, Al Ain Classic Car Museum and Ain Al Fayda.
At a glance
- Viewpoints · Abu Dhabi
- Season: November–March (editor default)
- 2 open-data sources · verified not yet
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ducks Lake?
Typically November–March for viewpoints. Winter air is clearest; spring and early summer bring dust that can flatten a view for days.
How long do I need at Ducks Lake?
30–60 minutes (guidance for this category).
How high is Ducks Lake?
About 240 m above sea level (source: srtm).
Where is Ducks Lake?
In Abu Dhabi (AE-AZ), United Arab Emirates, at 24.0848, 55.7161 — near Dddd, Al Ain Classic Car Museum and Ain Al Fayda.
Who can take you there
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