Blue: A Trail to Quiet and Beautiful Places

Route at a glance

Maintained sections make it easier to notice the natural features of the area in detail. The setting is shaped by a combination of maintained paths, natural observation areas and interpretive stops. Named places along the way include Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park, Yenisey River and Oluboi (vokrug Takmaka. Together they give the walk a clear sequence and make the area easier to remember.

Route suitability

Without a car Yes

With children With caution

With a dog With caution

By bike No

With a stroller No

Mobile signal No data

Getting there

Without a car

Reach Krasnoyarsk by train or air. From the railway station or city centre, take a city bus to the Turbaza, Roev Ruchey or Granitny Karyer entrances, depending on the approach to the trailhead. Because the start and finish are in different places, check the return service in advance, arrange a transfer or leave a second vehicle near the finish.

By car

Drive along Sverdlovskaya Street to the chosen national-park entrance. Private vehicles are not allowed on the park’s forest roads, so continue on foot. Because the start and finish are in different places, check the return service in advance, arrange a transfer or leave a second vehicle near the finish.

Parking

Use the official parking at Roev Ruchey, Turbaza or Granitny Karyer. Arrive early at weekends and do not park along narrow access roads.

What to expect

Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park

Yenisey River

Oluboi (vokrug Takmaka

Difficult sections and safety

The route includes sustained climbs and descents, so pace yourself and avoid starting too quickly. The finish is separate from the start, so arrange the return journey before setting out.

How much time to allow

Pure moving time - 1.5–2.5 hours Complete time on the route - 2–3.5 hours

Best time to go

Best time: May–October, depending on weather and trail conditions

Mud, slippery roots and saturated ground are possible in spring and late autumn

Check the full-day forecast and available daylight before setting out

What to bring

shoes with grippy soles

water and food

a charged phone with an offline map

a small first-aid kit

a lightweight rain jacket

trekking poles if you use them