Slyudyanka via Chersky Peak and Heart Lake to the Second Bare Summit: hiking in Irkutsk Region
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Slyudyanka via Chersky Peak and Heart Lake to the Second Bare Summit

Distance
25.9 km
Estimated moving time
10 h 42 min
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

From Slyudyanka the route follows the valley approach to Chersky Peak’s ridge, descends to Heart Lake and returns towards the Second Bare Summit. The L-3504 locomotive monument supplies an early specific stop, while the main contrast emerges higher up: after the open ridge, the group reaches the lakeshore inside its mountain basin. This variant experiences the water close up instead of only viewing it from above. Descending to the lake and leaving the basin add separate effort to the sustained climb from town. The programme finishes near the Second Bare Summit; arrange accommodation and a return to Slyudyanka beforehand. Weather determines views and whether the entire upper section is suitable.

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

Last updated 12.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Dirt 76% · Asphalt 4% · Artificial surface 1% · Unknown 20%

Surface data covers 20.7 km of 25.9 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Dirt 76% · 19.6 km
Asphalt 4% · 1.00 km
Artificial surface 1% · 0.06 km
Unknown 20% · 5.18 km

Before you go

Всё важное о маршруте

Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Combine Chersky’s upper ridge with an actual visit to Heart Lake’s shore. Travelling between the open mountain and enclosed lake basin provides two distinct natural experiences.
Length
25.9 km
Elevation gain
1860 m
Surface
Dirt 76%
Slyudyanka via Chersky Peak and Heart Lake to the Second Bare Summit: route photo 7 in Irkutsk Region

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
For experienced walkers prepared for a sustained ascent, steep descent and another climb from the basin. Choose accommodation beforehand and preserve energy for returning.

Nearby

Chertovo Lake and Chertovy Gate Pass require a separate continuation. The Podkomarnaya waterfalls are outside the lake section. Arrange indoor museum visits in Slyudyanka and any additional summits independently.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
Public transport to the chosen Slyudyanka start is unconfirmed for your date. Arrange arrival and onward travel separately. The mountain finish remains far from a transport meeting point and needs its own walking exit.
By car
Slyudyanka is the vehicle reference. Access to the exact start, current restrictions and collection after descending have not been checked. Driving to the ridge or lake is not established.
Parking
Parking at the start is unconfirmed. Agree longer vehicle storage beforehand. Keep service roads and approaches to the monument clear.

Электрички туда и обратно

Расписание на дату и время, до которого нужно выйти на маршрут

What to expect

Places
L-3504 locomotive monument The historical locomotive beside the water tower before leaving for the valley.
Chersky Peak The named upper Khamar-Daban summit where the route turns towards its lake descent.
Heart Lake The lake in the basin below the peak: this variant reaches its shore after the mountain ridge.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 1860 м.
SurfaceDirt 76%, Asphalt 4%, Artificial surface 1%, Unknown 20%.
Риски Check current bridges and water levels on the valley side. The upper section includes a rocky ridge, steep lake descent and the climb back towards the bare summits. Wet rock, ice and fog increase risk. Shorten the programme by an agreed safe route if conditions deteriorate; avoid descending into unfamiliar valleys to find water.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 10 h 42 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
A day-by-day plan is not established for this multiday journey. Allocate the valley ascent, ridge, lake descent and basin exit after arranging accommodation. Include departure after finishing near the Second Bare Summit separately. Complete duration is unknown.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Plan walking after checking ridge and lakeside snow and ice. A calm mountain forecast and suitable river levels are needed. Autumn snow may restrict the upper section; winter repetition needs different experience and equipment.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Mountain footwear with reliable grip.
Warm clothing and wind and rain protection.
Water for upper passages, food and first aid.
Map, phone, spare power and confirmed stays or sleeping equipment.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Public transport to the chosen Slyudyanka start is unconfirmed for your date. Arrange arrival and onward travel separately. The mountain finish remains far from a transport meeting point and needs its own walking exit

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: 25.9 km, hard.

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