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Pribaikalsky National Park: Curated Collection of Geographic and Seasonal Planning Guides

Access a structured collection of thematic guides designed for exploring Pribaikalsky National Park in Irkutsk Oblast. These resources clarify seasonal variations and activity planning, providing necessary context for engaging with the rugged mountain terrain, lake-facing slopes, and remote island environments of this protected Siberian region.

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Ancient taiga forests and sacred islands along the world's deepest lake

Pribaikalsky National Park

Pribaikalsky National Park represents one of Siberia's most important protected landscapes, spanning the southwestern shoreline of Lake Baikal and the adjacent mountain slopes of the Primorsky Range. The park's strategic location along one of Earth's most ecologically significant freshwater bodies places it at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for both its outstanding universal value and its extraordinary biodiversity. Lake Baikal itself holds approximately one-fifth of the world's unfrozen freshwater, with waters characterized by exceptional clarity and oxygen saturation exceeding 70% even at maximum depths. The park encompasses a diverse array of terrain, from the steep lake-facing mountain slopes rising to 1,500 meters in the north, to the vast interior of Olkhon Island, a forested landmass larger than many countries. Four rivers exceeding 25 kilometers in length and 150 permanent streams drain through the park, with 60 of these flowing directly into Lake Baikal. The combination of ancient geological formations, boreal forest ecosystems, and the profound cultural heritage associated with Olkhon Island creates a protected area of exceptional multidimensional significance.

Location
Russia
Park type
National park
Established
1986
Area
4,173 km²
Pribaikalsky National Park Geographic Atlas
1 guide

Compare thematic resources addressing seasonal access, weather variations, and winter or summer travel goals.

Published Reference Guides and Seasonal Planning Resources for Pribaikalsky National Park

Published reference resources for Pribaikalsky National Park provide focused editorial coverage on seasonal planning and visitor conditions. Selected guides help travelers evaluate temperature swings, daylight shifts, and activity tradeoffs between summer trail hikes and winter lake crossings.
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Deepen your understanding of this significant Siberian protected area by examining the map-based terrain and regional geography of Lake Baikal. MoriAtlas provides structured data on the mountain ranges, coastal boundaries, and island ecosystems within this essential freshwater sanctuary.