Warm Lake and the Ridge Junction below Dragon’s Tooth: hiking in Krasnoyarsk Krai
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Warm Lake and the Ridge Junction below Dragon’s Tooth

Distance
2.3 km
Time
1 h 36 min
Elevation gain
485 m
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

From the Shukharta Lake side, this version first approaches Tumannoe Lake, also called Warm Lake. A short repeated lake approach allows time to examine the mountain basin before moving onto rocky slopes. The outing then changes character as the path climbs among rock shelves and smooth stone surfaces towards a ridge junction below Dragon’s Tooth. The ending is at the meeting with another mountain route; reaching the summit requires a separate ascent. This version introduces the lake side of the celebrated rock massif and provides a ridge-side stopping point for a suitably prepared group. Tumannoe is seasonal, so a water-filled basin cannot be promised throughout summer. Dry weather, an experienced guide and a planned descent matter more than pressing on towards the summit.

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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

Before you go

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Route at a glance

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Combine a close seasonal Tumannoe Lake approach with climbing towards the Dragon’s Tooth ridge side. The junction ending distinguishes this rocky approach from the additional summit ascent.
Length
2.3 km
Elevation gain
485 m
Surface
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Warm Lake and the Ridge Junction below Dragon’s Tooth: route photo 15 in Krasnoyarsk Krai

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 Confident movement on mountain rock and shelves, route choice and an agreed descent are necessary. The short passage is unsuitable for a family leisure walk, bicycle or stroller. Dog rules and reception are unestablished. Without a car, arrange lower arrival and the long approach to the lake area separately.

Nearby

Dragon’s Tooth requires a separate ascent from the junction. Shukharta Lake lies outside the selected beginning and needs its own shore approach. Coloured Lakes and the Mountain Spirits-side path belong to another version and are not automatically included.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
Scheduled public transport to the upper lake-side beginning is unconfirmed. Arrange lower permitted Ergaki arrival, the subsequent walk and return to the road separately. Transport arrival at the ridge junction is unestablished.
By car
Leave vehicles on an agreed lower park side. Reaching the lake-side beginning requires an independent walking approach, while ridge vehicle access is unconfirmed. Agree the visit and the group’s overall descent with the directorate before travelling.
Parking
Parking is unconfirmed. Arrange permitted vehicle storage beside the lower approach beforehand. The lake-side beginning and ridge-junction ending are not vehicle spaces.

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What to expect

Places
Tumannoe Lake (Warm Lake) the seasonal mountain lake beside the repeated lake approach before the ridge climb.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 485 м.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Rock shelves, smooth stone and locally unclear marks demand mountain experience. Reconsider ordinary summer plans on wet or icy rock. Decide protection equipment and rope needs according to actual slope conditions. This approach’s assessment cannot be transferred to the separate summit route. Check current bear warnings with the directorate beforehand; a lake pause establishes neither safe bathing nor overnight permission.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 1 h 36 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Time for the route | Unestablished With stops | Unestablished The complete junction-ascent duration is unconfirmed. The repeated lake approach, navigation and rocky sections affect progress. Add reaching the beginning and the complete descent separately; the summit ascent is excluded.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose settled, dry, snow-free weather after checking the upper slopes. Snow can remain in shade, while rain quickly changes traction on stone. Tumannoe’s water depends on the season; Warm Lake’s name does not promise warm water.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Grippy mountain footwear, helmet, warm layer and waterproofs.
Protection equipment under a qualified leader’s plan, approach poles, mapping and spare power.
Water, food for the full ascent and descent, first-aid kit and headlamp.
Communication and an agreed return time at the main camp.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Scheduled public transport to the upper lake-side beginning is unconfirmed. Arrange lower permitted Ergaki arrival, the subsequent walk and return to the road separately. Transport arrival at the ridge junction is unestablished

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: 2.3 km, hard.

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