| Pellaifa Lake Lago Pellaifa | |
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  Pellaifa Lake Lago Pellaifa | |
| Coordinates | 39°36′S71°58′W / 39.600°S 71.967°W |
| Lake type | Glacial |
| Primary outflows | Llancahue River |
| Basin countries | Chile |
| Surface area | 6.5 km2 (2.5 sq mi) [1] |
The Pellaifa Lake (Spanish : Lago Pellaifa) is one of the "Seven Lakes" in Panguipulli municipality, southern Chile. The lake is of glacial origin and lies in an area of hot springs.
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