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Geographic Profile of Ladoga Skerries National Park in the Republic of Karelia, Russia

This geographic profile details the physical composition of Ladoga Skerries National Park, encompassing 1220 square kilometers within the Republic of Karelia. The analysis includes structured data on regional land distribution, significant islands, straits, and local peaks contained within the protected area boundaries.

Illustration of a mountainous landscape featuring a waterfall, lake, evergreen trees, and a setting sun

Rocky archipelago on Europe's largest lake

Ladoga Skerries National Park

Ladoga Skerries National Park is a protected area located on the north and northwestern shores of Lake Ladoga in the Republic of Karelia, Russia. The park encompasses a dramatic archipelago of approximately 500 rocky islands scattered across narrow bays and channels, representing one of the most distinctive lacustrine landscapes in Europe. Established on December 28, 2017, it became Russia's newest national park and protects a unique combination of boreal forest ecosystems, island habitats, and the coastal waters of Lake Ladoga, which is the largest lake on the continent. The park's landscape is characterized by rugged skerries, conifer-covered islands, and extensive wetland areas that together support remarkable biodiversity. The protected area covers over 1,220 square kilometers, with water comprising approximately 44 percent of the total area, reflecting the fundamentally aquatic nature of this island-dominated landscape.

Location
Russia
Park type
National park
Established
2017
Area
1,220 km²
Ladoga Skerries National Park Protected Area
Location overview

National and regional placement within the Republic of Karelia

Geographic Position of Ladoga Skerries National Park in Russia

Ladoga Skerries National Park is situated within the Republic of Karelia under Russian jurisdiction. Regional records clarify the administrative placement and official location status of the protected territory.
Countries
Russia
Regions
Republic of Karelia
Primary location
Republic of Karelia
Boundary and coordinates

Interactive protected area geometry and derived spatial measurements

Ladoga Skerries National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Extent

The mapped outline provides clear spatial context for evaluating the layout of the protected territory. Accompanying facts detail the recorded geographic extent, area calculations, and coordinate limits without implying legal survey precision.
Pigeon | © OpenStreetMap contributors
Boundary area
1,168.6 km²
Boundary perimeter
2,688.1 km
Northernmost point
61.8625° N
Southernmost point
61.145° N
Easternmost point
31.2623° E
Westernmost point
29.7687° E
Geographic centre
61.4896° N, 30.5055° E
North–south span
80 km
East–west span
79.5 km
Национальный парк «Ладожские шхеры»
Terrain and natural features

Explore recorded lowland relief and contained islands, straits, and bays

Ladoga Skerries National Park Terrain and Named Natural Features

Stored terrain classifications document a lowland profile across the protected landscape. Linked feature cards supply names, types, and spatial relationships for recorded islands, bays, and rivers.

Selected named natural features

Straits

пролив Хепосалми

Islands

остров Эвасари

Lakes

Кантолампи

Islands

остров Кархулуото

Islands

остров Ристисаари

Islands

острова Вилькамайссарет

Environmental setting

Temperate coniferous forest, lowland relief, and major water presence

Ladoga Skerries National Park Environmental Settings and Mapped Geography

Recorded habitat types, forest cover classifications, and island landforms serve as interpretive categories for physical terrain analysis. Stored environmental attributes link directly to corresponding protected area records within the regional geographic atlas.
Relief
Lowland
Water
Major water bodies
Forest cover
Mostly forested

Landscape features

Islands · Forest

Habitat types

Temperate coniferous forest · Wetland

Park atlas

Explore national parks and protected areas, comparing diverse landscapes across northern Russia's unique boreal and lacustrine geography.

Discover Other Protected Areas Near Ladoga Skerries National Park: Explore Adjacent Landscapes

After exploring Ladoga Skerries National Park, browse other nearby protected areas and national parks, tracing the unique patterns of conservation across northern Russia's boreal forests and extensive lake systems. This geographic view helps compare diverse island-dominated landscapes, skerry formations, and other significant protected environments, providing deeper context for regional park discovery.
A soft, pale green and blue watercolor illustration showing several rocky islands with sparse vegetation surrounded by water, with faint hills in the background.
National parkЯмало-Ненецкий автономный округ
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest

Ладожские шхеры National Park: Mapped Geography and Protected Archipelago Boundaries

Coastal skerry landscapes and Lake Ladoga regional terrain

Defined by the ancient Baltic Shield, Ладожские шхеры National Park protects a dense network of rocky islands and glacially carved inlets. This landscape serves as a vital ecological hotspot within Karelia, preserving clean lake waters and forested summits that stand as a geographic exception in the European Russian landscape.

Area
1,220.08 km²
Established
2017
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Watercolor illustration of a river flowing through a wetland area with grassy banks, trees, and distant hills
National parkNorth Karelia
About 83 km away#2 closest

North

Petkeljärvi National Park: Distinct Protected Landscape and Esker Formations in North Karelia

Discover Finland's unique esker ridges and boreal forests.

Petkeljärvi National Park represents a distinctive protected landscape in North Karelia, Finland, celebrated for its prominent esker formations that define its topography. The park showcases light Scots pine forests growing on sandy soils, creating an open forest character that sets it apart. Visitors can explore the mapped geography, including winding ridges, wetlands, and lake scenery, alongside preserved historical fortifications from the Continuation War, offering a rich blend of natural and cultural heritage within this compact national park.

Area
7 km²
Established
1956
IUCN
II
Visitors
17.3K annual
Watercolor illustration showing a lake with islands and forested shores, distant hills, and soft pastel colors
National parkSouth Savo
94 km away#3 closest

Northwest

Linnansaari National Park: South Savo's Protected Landscape and Geography

Explore the mapped boundaries of this Finnish national park.

Discover Linnansaari National Park, a distinct national park located in South Savo, Finland. This page provides detailed information focused on its protected landscape identity, mapped geography, and atlas context. Understand its significance as a conservation area and how its boundaries contribute to the regional natural landscape. Explore the geographic positioning of Linnansaari National Park within South Savo, offering insights for structured map-based discovery.

Area
38 km²
Established
1956
IUCN
II
Visitors
31.6K annual
National parkEtelä-Savo
About 109 km away#4 closest

Northwest

Kolovesi National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape in Etelä-Savo, Finland

Explore its geographic identity and mapped park boundaries.

Kolovesi National Park is a significant protected area located in the Etelä-Savo region of Finland, characterized by its presence within the Finnish lake district. This detailed page provides an atlas-centric view, emphasizing the park's mapped geographic features and its status as a protected natural landscape. Users engaging with MoriAtlas can understand Kolovesi National Park's unique landscape context and its precise location within the regional geography of southeastern Finland.

Area
61 km²
Established
1990
IUCN
II
Visitors
17.2K annual
Watercolor illustration of a bog landscape with green trees, a body of water, and rolling hills in the background
National parkNorth Karelia
128 km away#5 closest

North

Patvinsuo National Park: Protected Landscape Geography and Map Context

National park exploration in North Karelia, Finland.

Patvinsuo National Park stands as a vital protected area within North Karelia, Finland. This page serves as an atlas entry point, detailing the park's geographic scope, mapped boundaries, and its significance as a protected landscape. Users can explore the regional context and understand the natural terrain that characterizes this important Finnish national park, facilitating structured geographic discovery.

Area
105 km²
Established
1982
IUCN
II
Visitors
18.6K annual
Watercolor illustration of a landscape featuring green vegetation, rolling hills, and a body of water under a pastel sky
National parkNorth Karelia
133 km away#6 closest

North

Koli National Park: Protected National Park in North Karelia, Finland

Explore mapped landscape and regional geography.

Koli National Park represents a significant protected area within the eastern Finnish region of North Karelia. This page offers detailed geographic context and insight into the park's mapped landscape, essential for understanding its place within the broader atlas of Finland's natural terrain. Discover the protected boundaries and regional setting of this key national park.

Area
30 km²
Established
1991
IUCN
II
Visitors
249.8K annual
Watercolor illustration showing a landscape with mountains, a winding river, and patches of green vegetation and trees
National parkFinland
151 km away#7 closest

West

Repovesi National Park: Finland's Boreal Wilderness and Protected Landscape

Explore mapped terrain and regional geography.

Repovesi National Park represents a significant protected natural area in southeastern Finland, showcasing a landscape characterized by dense boreal forests, rolling hills, and numerous lakes. As one of Finland's most visited national parks, it offers a compelling example of conserved wilderness and natural terrain. This page details the park's protected landscape identity, its geographic setting within Finland, and the atlas-driven insights available for exploring its mapped boundaries and natural features.

Area
15 km²
Established
2003
IUCN
II
Visitors
100.9K annual
Natural monumentRepublic of Karelia
About 165 km away#8 closest

Northeast

Mount Vottovaara Natural Monument: Explore Protected Landscape and Geographic Context in Karelia

Mapped protected area boundaries and regional terrain in the Republic of Karelia.

Mount Vottovaara represents a significant natural monument within the Republic of Karelia, offering a focal point for structured geographic exploration. This protected landscape's mapped boundaries and its setting within the region's broader geography are key to understanding its atlas value. MoriAtlas provides the framework to examine the specific identity of Mount Vottovaara as a protected area, encouraging detailed study of its natural features and regional context.

Area
15 km²
Established
2011
IUCN
III
Relief
Mixed relief
MoriAtlas Explorer

Continue Your Atlas Exploration of Ladoga Skerries National Park's Protected Terrain

Deepen your understanding of Ladoga Skerries National Park by delving into its specific geographic features and protected landscape context. This MoriAtlas entry provides the foundation for appreciating its place within the Republic of Karelia's atlas of natural areas. Continue exploring the mapped boundaries and regional geography to gain a comprehensive perspective on this important national park.