The Soon Valley (Urdu: وادیِ سُون‎) is in the north west of Khushab District, Punjab, Pakistan. Its largest settlement is the town of Naushera.

The valley extends from the village of Padhrar to Sakesar, the highest peak in the Salt Range. The valley is 35 miles (56 km) long and has an average width of 9 miles (14 km).

It covers a 300-square-mile (780 km2) area. Soon Valley has much scenic beauty, with lakes, waterfalls, jungle, natural pools and ponds. The valley has been settled since ancient times, including by the Awan tribe, whose descendants still live in the valley.

This lake is in IUCN’s red list. Hunting is prohibited near the Uchali Lake. Local people are of the opinion that the beauty of the lake is depreciating due to negligence. The budget is almost non-existent. Tourism can be increased if the ministry of Tourism pays attention the lake.

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