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Mountain Spirits and Coloured Lakes to Dragon’s Tooth Summit

Distance
4.0 km
Time
2 h 21 min
Elevation gain
686 m
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

At Mountain Spirits Lake, a mountain ascent begins towards one of Ergaki’s most distinctive rock peaks. The path first passes Shukharta’s seasonal basin, then approaches the Coloured Lakes: Maiden’s Tears and Boys Lake. Pause beside these waters before climbing; the Dragon’s Tooth massif is particularly striking when seen from below. The subsequent section demands experience on large boulders and rock. The selected ending is the actual Dragon’s Tooth summit, making this a different version from the short Warm Lake approach to a ridge junction. A qualified leader and suitable protection are essential for the climb and descent. A prepared group can connect several different mountain basins before reaching the rocky top, while arranging both the return and the initial Mountain Spirits approach separately.

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The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Route data was imported from GPX and has not been field-verified.

Last updated 13.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Improved surface 15% · Unknown 85%

Surface data covers 0.61 km of 4.00 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Improved surface 15% · 0.61 km
Unknown 85% · 3.40 km

Before you go

Всё важное о маршруте

Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Identify both Coloured Lakes, Maiden’s Tears and Boys Lake, before a genuine Dragon’s Tooth summit ascent. Beginning beside Mountain Spirits focuses the outing on the upper lake-and-rock passage.
Length
4.0 km
Elevation gain
686 m
Surface
Improved surface 15%

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - No With a dog - No data By bike - No With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data Mountain-ascent experience, movement on boulders and rock, competent protection and an agreed descent are essential. A children’s leisure walk, bicycle or stroller is unsuitable. Arrange the lake-side approach separately; dog rules and reception are unconfirmed.

Nearby

The Tumannoe/Warm Lake approach ends at a separate ridge junction and follows a different sequence. Parabola, Leo Tolstoy Peak, Dinosaur and Rhinoceros are outside this confirmed ascent. Artists Lake visits and lake-area overnight arrangements require independent plans under park rules.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
Scheduled transport directly to Mountain Spirits Lake is unconfirmed. Arrange lower park arrival and an independent permitted approach to the lake beginning. Agree collection after the complete descent; the summit is not a transport ending.
By car
Vehicle arrival serves lower Ergaki. Reaching Mountain Spirits Lake and the summit requires a separate mountain approach. Agree permitted lower arrival, registration and the complete return with the directorate before travelling.
Parking
Parking is unconfirmed. Choose lower-side vehicle storage separately from the lake ascent. Vehicle access to the Mountain Spirits beginning or the summit is unestablished.

Электрички туда и обратно

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What to expect

Places
Mountain Spirits Lake the named lake beside the initial approach.
Shukharta Lake the seasonal lake basin beside the rocky path.
Maiden’s Tears Lake one of the Coloured Lakes below the rock massif.
Boys Lake the second named Coloured Lake beside the shore passage.
Dragon’s Tooth Summit the actual ending at the rock summit after the technical ascent.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 686 м.
SurfaceImproved surface 15%, Unknown 85%.
Риски Large boulders, rock steps and exposed edges require ascent experience and rope skills. The leader decides protection and passage order according to present rock conditions. Cancel or revise the climb during rain, storms, snowfall or ice. Avoid cliff-edge photographs and preserve energy for the whole descent. Check present paths and park bear warnings beforehand; historic paint does not establish a safe current direction.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 2 h 21 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Time for the route | Unestablished With stops | Unestablished There is no confirmed complete upper-ascent schedule. Allow a dedicated mountain day with an early start, protection time and a descent reserve. Returning from the summit, approaching Mountain Spirits and reaching the road are outside this selected ascent.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Settled, dry, snow-free weather and verified ice-free rock are necessary. Summer snow can linger in shade, while autumn frost may arrive early. Shukharta is seasonal; water in its basin needs a separate check from ascent conditions.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Grippy mountain footwear, helmet, harness and rope equipment under the leader’s plan.
Warm layers, waterproofs, water and food for the complete ascent and descent.
First-aid kit, headlamp, detailed mapping, spare power and emergency communication.
Practise essential protection skills before approaching the rock.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Scheduled transport directly to Mountain Spirits Lake is unconfirmed. Arrange lower park arrival and an independent permitted approach to the lake beginning. Agree collection after the complete descent; the summit is not a transport ending

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 4.0 km, hard.

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