Mapped Route Point: Walking Route

Route at a glance

The route is organised around Mapped Route Point and the recorded track.

Route suitability

Without a car Yes

With children Yes

With a dog Yes

By bike Partly

With a stroller No

Mobile signal No data

Getting there

Without a car

Use the Trans-Siberian Railway to Slyudyanka-1, Kultuk or another station on the southern shore of Lake Baikal. Continue towards the trailhead on foot, by local taxi or by suburban train to the nearest stop.

By car

Road access to the start has not yet been checked by the editors. Review the current map, road condition and weather before driving.

Parking

Park beside Slyudyanka-1 station, at a tourist base, rescue station or signed town car park. Keep streets leading towards mountain trails clear.

What to expect

Mapped Route Point — route point; defines the route destination or theme.

Difficult sections and safety

The main difficulty depends on trail conditions: after rain the surface may become slippery and the usual pace may slow.

How much time to allow

Pure moving time - 0.5–1 hours Complete time on the route - 0.5–1.5 hours

Best time to go

The route can be walked year-round, but dry weather is the most comfortable

In spring and late autumn, allow for short daylight hours and slippery surfaces

On weekends and public holidays, an earlier start is usually more comfortable

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

a small power bank