It is a part of the Bandai-Asahi National Park and is the largest of the lakes in the Bandai Highland.

The resulting debris avalanche created a natural dam that then filled with water, submerging Hibara Village (桧原村, Hibara-mura).

The remains of Hibara Village still lie at the bottom of the lake.

[2] A tourist industry has built up around Lake Hibara, offering hiking trails, pleasure cruises, and campgrounds and other lodging.

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