Crater basin
The lake fills a volcanic crater, giving it a compact, rounded outline with steep sides that define its edge sharply on the map.
Minimalist map poster · Cameroon
Lake Nyos Map Poster & Print
6.4380° N / 10.2980° E
A small, deep crater lake high on a volcanic plateau, its rounded outline held within a steep rim
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Lake Nyos in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Lake Nyos, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Lake Nyos at home
The lake
About this Lake Nyos map poster
Lake Nyos is a small crater lake in the northwest of Cameroon, set on the flank of an inactive volcano in the Oku volcanic field. From above it is compact and rounded, enclosed by steep walls, with a natural spillway at its northern end. The surrounding hills are rural and lightly marked, with few roads.
The lake is known for a tragic event in 1986, when a large cloud of carbon dioxide was released from its depths and flowed into the valleys below, killing around 1,700 people and thousands of animals. Since then, degassing pipes have been installed to release gas gradually and reduce the risk of another eruption.
A Lake Nyos map poster is a quieter, more reflective piece than most lake maps. Its shape is simple and small, surrounded by high ground and river valleys that lead away from the crater. It suits people with ties to the region, and anyone interested in volcanic landscapes and the science of limnic eruptions.
- Area
- 2 km²
- Coordinates
- 6.4380° N / 10.2980° E
- Region
- Lake Nyos, Lake · Cameroon
Northern spillway
A low point in the crater rim at the northern end lets water flow out into the valley below, a small break in an otherwise closed shape.
Surrounding valleys
Valleys descend from the crater into the surrounding hills, drawing the thin lines of streams and tracks away from the lake.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Lake Nyos
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Lake Nyos
A map that means something
For families from the Nyos area and the wider North-West Region, the lake carries deep meaning. A map offers a respectful, understated way to remember the place and its people.
Add a title, a subtitle such as a date, and the coordinates line, and choose Classic black & white, Noir, Paper, Blueprint or Sand. A free watermarked preview is available, and the $9 digital pack includes six print sizes.
Order the Lake Nyos posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Lake Nyos map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Lake Nyos poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Lake Nyos poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Lake Nyos poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Lake Nyos poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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