Located in Şile, a nature and tourism paradise in the Marmara Region opening to the Black Sea, Serintepe Picnic Area is a perfect getaway for those looking to escape the exhausting atmosphere of the metropolises. Its proximity to large cities and developed highway infrastructure makes it an extremely ideal location for weekend routes. The distance of the facility to surrounding provinces is quite advantageous for visitors; it is about 70 kilometers from Kocaeli and can be reached in 1 hour (by car), while it is 100 kilometers away from Sakarya and requires a 1.5-hour journey (by car). For those wanting to immerse themselves in nature via the Osmangazi Bridge, it is 180 kilometers from Bursa (2.5 hours by car). Completely isolated from the concrete and exhaust-smelling crowd of Istanbul, this special nature route overlooking the deep blue waters of the Black Sea is 75-80 kilometers from the main center of Istanbul and only 8 kilometers from the center of Şile. The roads leading to the facility have a smooth asphalt surface suitable for coastal structures, so they do not wear out vehicles; however, considering the nature concept and the camping equipment that needs to be transported, using a personal vehicle or rental vehicle is absolutely essential to reach the area. Although there are bus stops nearby, public transportation is quite a cumbersome alternative.
This facility, which eliminates the difficulties of standard camping alongside an unmatched sea view, offers guests a truly comfortable "Boutique Forest Retreat". Among the details that visitors are most satisfied with operationally; unlike camping in nature without facilities, the provision of essential infrastructure services such as toilets, spacious parking, and a restaurant is complete. The most popular reason for the facility's preference is that guests can enjoy grilling their meats brought from outside at tables specially allocated for them, accompanied by the prepared barbecue fire provided by the management.
The most important point to consider before visiting the area is the famous Black Sea coolness from which the facility gets its name. Due to the location of the facility, even in summer, it is necessary to bring warm clothes to protect against the risk of night frost and wind. Additionally, it should not be forgotten that instead of a luxurious hotel holiday, one will be in close contact with nature, and taking personal precautions such as insect repellent against the mosquitoes that are a natural result of the greenery is of great importance for the overall comfort of visitors.