Sarıot Highland is located 30 km southwest of the Bozkır District, nestled between Gölbelen, Böğrüdelik, and Akdağ, which are extensions of the Taurus Mountains.
Situated in a high valley at an elevation of 1,710 meters, Sarıot Highland gets its name from the vibrant yellow flowers and crocuses that blanket the area in spring. Locally, it is pronounced "Sarot."
The highland features a lake that forms during the rainy season and dries up in the summer. This stunning lake, which has a short annual lifespan, is surrounded by steep rocks and hills. Within the highland's borders, several streams, which vary in their seasonal flow, run through the Öküz Çukuru Valley and feed into Lake Sarıot. Numerous paths meander around the lake; one of these trails leads to Lake Eğrigöl at the foot of Geyik Mountain, while others connect to Lake Dipsiz and Lake Sülüklü.
The northern edge of Lake Sarıot is home to various ruins and rock tombs from the Roman period. In the nearby Kapiliçi Cave, you can find Greek inscriptions, figures, and human reliefs adorning the walls. If you visit Sarıot Highland during the right season, the Yoruks and transhumants will warmly welcome you to their camps. Here, you can experience the unique atmosphere among nomadic camps, shepherds' barns, and abandoned highland houses, enjoying local delicacies such as buttermilk, highland yogurt, pastries, butter, and cheese.
