To Raduzhny from 252 km Stop: Lykovsky Pond and the Nara Bank: hiking in Moscow region
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To Raduzhny from 252 km Stop: Lykovsky Pond and the Nara Bank

Distance
18.3 km
Time
5 h 35 min
Elevation gain
122 m
Difficulty
Moderate
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Route description

Visit Raduzhny for a small, living natural scene: water emerges on the Nara’s high bank, with the river sounding nearby. The approach through Zinayevka’s surroundings gives this pause a setting of its own. Rural roads on the opening section reach Barsky Stream; the woodland continuation then introduces Lykovsky Pond before drawing closer to the Nara valley. Allow time at the waterfall for a quiet look from an accessible bank. The return leads towards Kamenka, so balance the riverside pause with daylight and onward transport. This is a walk over varied rural and woodland roads, whose character can change considerably when rain fills the ruts.

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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

Asphalt 24% · Dirt / grass 10% · Gravel 5% · Unknown 56%

Surface data covers 7.99 km of 18.3 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Asphalt 24% · 4.43 km
Dirt / grass 10% · 1.81 km
Gravel 5% · 0.93 km
Paving stones 3% · 0.54 km
Dirt 1% · 0.14 km
Improved surface 1% · 0.13 km
Unknown 56% · 10.3 km

Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Reach Raduzhny through places where water takes different forms: small Barsky Stream, quiet Lykovsky Pond and the Nara beside a spring-fed slope. The change between village roads and wooded approaches makes the waterfall the focus of an independent outing. Choose a dry day and leave time simply to listen to the water.
Length
18.3 km
Elevation gain
122 m
Surface
Asphalt 24%
To Raduzhny from 252 km Stop: Lykovsky Pond and the Nara Bank: route photo 6 in Moscow region

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car Yes
With children With caution
With a dog Не проверено
By bike Partially
With a stroller No
Mobile signal Не проверено

Nearby

The Viktor Talalikhin memorial near Lopatino marks the pilot’s place of death and needs a separate approach and extra time. It should not be called his grave or treated as a stop on the main itinerary. Swimming, fishing and camping beside the Nara and ponds need separate checks of conditions. Spring water has no verified drinking quality.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
The start is beside 252 km railway stop; use this name rather than the “250 km” found in older accounts. Check a train stopping here and a permitted exit towards the beginning. Plan your return from Kamenka stop near the finish. Establish operating directions, the last departure and payment before travelling; an older direct Moscow connection is not a current timetable.
By car
Arrange a drop-off on an accessible road towards 252 km railway stop and collection in Kamenka. A car left at the start needs separate retrieval. Woodland vehicle access to the waterfall is unconfirmed, and rural ruts do not establish driving permission. A shorter waterfall visit needs its own driving and walking approach.
Parking
A parking area is mapped on the Kamenka finishing side. Access conditions, charges and permitted stay are unconfirmed. Parking beside 252 km stop has not been separately checked. Establish a permitted place beforehand, keeping bus areas, private entrances and village roads clear.

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What to expect

Places
Barsky Stream at the Rural Bridge a small watercourse on the opening walking section.
Lykovsky Pond on the Woodland Continuation a waterbody on the river and forest side, viewed from an accessible bank.
Raduzhny beside the Nara waterfall on a spring-fed slope, the principal natural pause.
Nara at the Waterfall Turning Point the riverside before continuing towards Kamenka.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 122 м.
SurfaceAsphalt 24%, Dirt / grass 10%, Gravel 5%, Unknown 56%.
Риски Woodland ruts after rain are the main obstacle, with damaged and difficult clearings. Carry a map instead of relying on older waymarks. Near the waterfall, choose a firm, dry approach and turn back if it is slippery or washed out. Avoid crossing the Nara for a photograph or descending under the flow over unstable ground. Village roads and the Kamenka exit need attention to traffic and designated pedestrian crossings.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 5 h 35 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
The author suggests around 7 hours at a moderate walking pace for a one-day outing. A present complete duration is unverified: add travel, the waterfall pause and extra time for muddy ruts. Begin early enough to reach Kamenka in daylight and before your selected departure. An overnight option needs a separately permitted site and its own programme.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Dry weather in the warmer months best suits the full walking day. After prolonged rain, check woodland connections and the Nara slope before travelling. Autumn needs an early start. A local winter waterfall visit requires separate assessment of ice and access; the full journey is not presented as a prepared winter route.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Grippy footwear for wet ruts
Your own drinking water and food for the day
Map of the waterfall approach and Kamenka exit
Phone and power bank
Headtorch
Waterproof layer and dry spare socks
First-aid kit and blister protection
Covered clothing for woodland sections
Poles for balance on difficult ground
Payment for return transport

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

The start is beside 252 km railway stop; use this name rather than the “250 km” found in older accounts. Check a train stopping here and a permitted exit towards the beginning. Plan your return from Kamenka stop near the finish. Establish operating directions, the last departure and payment before travelling; an older direct Moscow connection is not a.

Is this route suitable for children?

Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.

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: 18.3 km, moderate.

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