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Tushkanchik and Svetloe with a Long Forest Return towards Raduzhnoe

Distance
20.9 km
Time
8 h 17 min
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

Here Ergaki unfolds through wooded paths, broad Tushkanchik saddle and an encounter with Svetloe Lake. The beginning lies on the lower Buyba side. Cross the pass first and reach Svetloe’s southwestern approach, where its mountain setting feels especially striking after the long walk among trees. The journey returns over Tushkanchik before choosing a longer western forest branch. This leads towards Raduzhnoe: the later part passes near the lake, while the final descent to water needs separate preparation. The walk ends again on the lower Buyba side, at a different woodland point. The repeated pass and familiar returning sections make this version appealing to visitors who enjoy a substantial forest outing with one main lake pause.

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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

Dirt 6% · Artificial surface 1% · Unknown 93%

Surface data covers 1.49 km of 20.9 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Dirt 6% · 1.35 km
Artificial surface 1% · 0.14 km
Unknown 93% · 19.4 km

Before you go

Всё важное о маршруте

Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Reach Svetloe and cross Tushkanchik Pass in both directions. The long western return explores another part of wooded Ergaki before approaching the Raduzhnoe side.
Length
20.9 km
Elevation gain
—
Surface
Dirt 6%

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 Stamina for a long forest day and the ability to distinguish returning branches are needed. The pass is crossed twice, and beginning and ending occupy different woodland points. The complete outing is unsuitable for children without hiking preparation, bicycles and strollers. Dog rules and reception are unestablished.

Nearby

Hanging Stone and Karovoe require independent approaches; this version does not reach them. The actual Pearl of Sayan waterfall and Uyutnoe shoreline also lie outside the outing. Plan Tushkanchik Mountain ascent and crossings beyond Svetloe separately from the wooded saddle passage.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
Scheduled transport directly to the woodland beginning is unconfirmed. Arrange lower park arrival, the Buyba-side walking approach and a separate meeting after the ending. Choose the return to the road and original beginning on permitted paths beforehand.
By car
Leave the vehicle on an agreed lower park side. Reach beginning and ending on foot; the ending does not itself return to the arrival point. Confirm available approaches and registration with the directorate beforehand.
Parking
Parking is unconfirmed. Choose a lower vehicle space independently. Vehicle access to Svetloe is unestablished.

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What to expect

Places
Tushkanchik Pass the wooded saddle crossed towards Svetloe and again on the return.
Svetloe Lake the southwestern shore approach midway through the long outing.
Raduzhnoe Lake the later woodland approach near the lake; arrange the final waterside access separately.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainДанные по набору высоты уточняются.
SurfaceDirt 6%, Artificial surface 1%, Unknown 93%.
Риски Duration, woodland junctions and the return over the same saddle are the main difficulties. Wet roots and stones can be slippery, while damp hollows slow progress. Assess small bridges and stream crossings on site rather than assuming a forest path stays dry. Check current bear advice and the old western branches before departure.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 8 h 17 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Time for the route | Unestablished With stops | Unestablished There is no verified full schedule for this long version. Allow a substantial day, an early start and reserves for the Tushkanchik return and independent exit. Timing for a direct Svetloe or Raduzhnoe walk does not describe it.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Dry summer weather after snowmelt is preferable for this wooded day. Prolonged rain changes paths and stream crossings. Shorten autumn plans to fit daylight; winter needs an independent woodland and pass-condition review.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Grippy hiking footwear, poles and waterproofs.
Warm layers for the lake pause, water and reserve food.
First-aid kit, headlamp, woodland junction mapping and emergency communication.
An independent return plan to the lower road.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Scheduled transport directly to the woodland beginning is unconfirmed. Arrange lower park arrival, the Buyba-side walking approach and a separate meeting after the ending. Choose the return to the road and original beginning on permitted paths beforehand

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: 20.9 km, hard.

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