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A detailed atlas exploration of the 2086 square kilometer mountain and coastal landscape.
Geographic Profile and Mapped Environmental Boundaries of Sochi National Park in Russia
Trace the extensive geography of Sochi National Park within Krasnodar Krai, encompassing 2086 square kilometers of diverse mountain and coastal terrain. This structured profile maps recorded forest cover, wetland areas, and subterranean karst systems while detailing the distribution of natural landmarks like peaks, springs, and stream corridors.
Russia's pioneering Black Sea Caucasus national park, protecting coastal mountains, subtropical forests, and rare Caucasian wildlife.
Sochi National Park
Sochi National Park is a large protected area along the northeastern Black Sea coast of Russia, spanning the entire administrative territory of Greater Sochi in Krasnodar Krai. Established in 1983, it was one of the very first national parks in Russia and remains one of the country's most visited protected areas. The park stretches from the coast of the Black Sea up to the watershed ridge of the Greater Caucasus Mountains, with most of its interior made up of steep mountain terrain cut by river valleys. Only a narrow foothill fringe lies along the shoreline. Its humid subtropical climate sets it apart from most of Russia, supporting a distinctive mixture of Colchic, broadleaf, and montane ecosystems. The park conserves a remarkable intersection of landscapes and biodiversity: relict Colchic forests, mountain rivers, karst caves, waterfalls, and peaks of the western Caucasus. Wildlife protection is a central purpose of the reserve, including a flagship program for restoring the Caucasian subspecies of the Persian leopard in the wild.
- Location
- Russia
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1983
- Area
- 2,086 km²
Location overview
Recorded administrative memberships and coastal territory indicators
Sochi National Park Geographic Setting and Regional Location Data
Recorded country and regional memberships place Sochi National Park within Russia and Krasnodar Krai. Protected area data profiles display administrative memberships alongside coastal territory status.
- Countries
- Russia
- Regions
- Krasnodar Krai
- Primary location
- Krasnodar Krai
- Geographic setting
- Coastal
Boundary and coordinates
Interactive protected boundary geometry and spatial dimensions
Sochi National Park Boundary Map and Geographic Extent
Mapped park outlines provide clear spatial context for analyzing protected territory and regional configuration. Accompanying boundary facts detail total land area measurements, coordinate limits, and geographic spans without legal survey claims.
- Boundary area
- 2,024.7 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 751.5 km
- Northernmost point
- 44.1219° N
- Southernmost point
- 43.4364° N
- Easternmost point
- 40.467° E
- Westernmost point
- 39.1539° E
- Geographic centre
- 43.7662° N, 39.8003° E
- North–south span
- 76.2 km
- East–west span
- 105.7 km
Terrain and natural features
Mountain terrain profiles and mapped natural feature records
Sochi National Park Terrain Classifications and Named Natural Features
Mountain park classifications define the regional terrain structure across Sochi National Park. Linked feature cards supply recorded names, structural types, and spatial relationships.
Selected named natural features
Streams
Мафапе
Rivers
Бешенка
Viewpoints
Akhun Tower
Waterfalls
Безымянный (средний)
Waterfalls
Большой Карниз
10 m high
Environmental setting
Subtropical mountain relief, extensive forest cover, and diverse hydrological networks.
Sochi National Park Environmental Classifications and Physical Setting Profile
Recorded landscape features and habitat types unite to frame the physical setting across varied terrain zones. Connected categories link directly to relevant atlas destinations for comprehensive geographic study.
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Water
- Major water bodies
- Forest cover
- Mostly forested
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Mountains · Cliffs · Canyon · Forest · Wetland · Lakes · Rivers · Waterfalls · Coast · Cave · Karst
Habitat types
Temperate broadleaf forest · Montane forest · Alpine meadow · Riverine habitat · Coastal habitat · Karst habitat
Park atlas
Compare adjacent mountain reserves and coastal conservation landscapes
Parks Near Sochi National Park and Related Protected Areas in the Region
Browsing parks near Sochi National Park reveals connected ecosystems stretching from the Black Sea coast into the Greater Caucasus Mountains. Regional protected areas offer valuable context for comparing subtropical terrain, river gorges, and high-altitude wildlife habitats.
National parkKrasnodar Krai
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest
Northeast
Sochi National Park: Mapped Geography and Protected Mountain Landscapes
A cornerstone of the Western Caucasus mountain range
Sochi National Park represents a significant protected area within Krasnodar Krai, defined by its steep elevation changes and varied mountain ecosystems. The park preserves crucial river corridors and forest terrain, stretching from the Black Sea coast to the high-altitude meadows of the Greater Caucasus. This atlas overview highlights the natural boundaries and geographic character of one of Russia's most significant conservation landscapes.
- Area
- 1,937.37 km²
- Established
- 1983
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
Nature reserveKarachay-Cherkess Republic
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East
Teberda Nature Reserve: Protected Area Mapping and Geographic Context
Explore the mapped boundaries and regional geography of this protected landscape.
Teberda Nature Reserve is a significant protected area located in the Karachay-Cherkess Republic, offering rich opportunities for geographic exploration. This page provides detailed atlas-style information, focusing on the reserve's mapped landscape and its protected-area identity. Understand the unique geographic context and contours of Teberda Nature Reserve, contributing to a structured understanding of Russia's natural protected lands.
- Area
- 849.96 km²
- Established
- 1936
- IUCN
- Ia
- Visitors
- 200K annual
National parkGeorgia
157 km away#3 closest
Southeast
Kolkheti National Park: Mapped Wetland Landscape & Protected Area in Georgia
Explore the peat bogs, coastal ecosystems, and bird migration routes.
Discover Kolkheti National Park, a key protected national park located in Georgia's western coastal region. This atlas entry focuses on the park's extensive wetland environments, including its significant peat bogs and Lake Paliastomi, highlighting its role as a critical migratory bird corridor and a unique natural landscape within the Black Sea region. Understand its geographic context and protected area boundaries.
- Area
- 807.99 km²
- Established
- 1998
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 13.7K annual
National parkKabardino-Balkaria
158 km away#4 closest
East
Prielbrusye National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape within Kabardino-Balkaria's Geography
Explore regional park boundaries and natural terrain context.
Prielbrusye National Park is a significant protected area featured in the MoriAtlas geographic discovery platform. This page details its identity as a national park, emphasizing its mapped boundaries and its position within the broader landscape of Kabardino-Balkaria. Users can explore the park's unique geographic context, understand its protected status, and integrate its information into a larger atlas-based understanding of regional natural territories.
- Area
- 10,102 km²
- Established
- 1986
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
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About 186 km away#5 closest
East
Kislovodsk National Park and the Mountain Landscapes of Stavropol Krai, Russia
Protected mountain terrain and urban resort geography
Tracing the vertical gradient of Kislovodsk National Park, this entry covers the park's transition from cultivated rose valleys to forested mountain ridges. Featuring sandstone formations and extensive walking trail networks, the geography showcases the intersection of Caucasus foothill ecosystems and managed resort heritage within the Stavropol Krai region.
- Area
- 9.658 km²
- Established
- 2016
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 5.1M annual
National parkRussia
About 186 km away#6 closest
East
Kislovodsk National Park: Geographic and Protected Area Atlas of the Caucasus Foothills
Mapped mountain terrain and urban forest boundaries in Russia.
Trace the extensive boundaries of Kislovodsk National Park, located within the North Caucasus foothills of Russia. This overview details the park's unique structure, shifting from city-adjacent gardens to the rugged elevation of the Dzhinal Ridge, providing a clear geographic context for one of Europe's most distinctive urban protected landscapes.
- Area
- 10 km²
- Established
- 2016
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Upland
National parkAdjara
233 km away#7 closest
Southeast
Mtirala National Park: Protected Colchic Rainforest Landscape & Geographic Atlas
Explore Adjara's unique terrain and mapped protected boundaries.
Mtirala National Park, located in Georgia's Adjara region, is a protected national park renowned for its exceptionally high rainfall and ancient Colchic relict forests. This atlas-focused profile details the park's unique topography, its watershed between the Chakvistskali and Khoristskali rivers, and its significance as a vital ecosystem. Understand the geographic context of this protected landscape and its role in the broader Caucasus geography.
- Area
- 281.26 km²
- Established
- 2006
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mixed relief
National parkAdjara
About 246 km away#8 closest
Southeast
Kintrishi National Park: Protected Colchic Forest Canyon Landscape in Adjara
Explore the mapped geographic boundaries of this unique Georgian national park.
Kintrishi National Park, located in Georgia's Adjara region, is a protected landscape renowned for its exceptionally intact Colchic deciduous forests within a steep river gorge. This area showcases dense woodland, dramatic terrain, and the unique Colchican willow species, offering rich geographic context. As a key protected area, Kintrishi National Park provides a valuable focus for atlas-based exploration of southwestern Georgia's natural heritage.
- Area
- 186.84 km²
- Established
- 2007
- IUCN
- II
- Scope
- Terrestrial
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