[3] The lake is elongated north to south and is fed by perennial streams.

Its watershed area is 30 km2,[4] where The main inflow of water is from Talbesi stream, whereas Dhovan khola is the feeder stream with its outlet Tal khola at Sistani ghat.

It provides enough space for boating experiences for national and international visitors.

[7] Farmers in the Kaski district of Nepal have formed the Rupa Lake Rehabilitation and Fisheries Cooperatives Limited to help protect the watershed.

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