Zapovednik Denezhkin Kamen

Zapovednik Denezhkin Kamen is a nature reserve in the Urals featuring old-growth forests and mountain tundra at different elevations. The terrain rises steeply across the eastern slopes, creating distinct ecological zones that support varied plant and animal life.

The reserve was established in 1946 and later restored to its current form in 1991 after undergoing boundary adjustments. This reestablishment secured protection for a key section of the Ural mountain region.

The reserve maintains extensive research archives called Chronicles of Nature, documenting environmental patterns and contributing to scientific understanding of Ural ecosystems.

Visiting requires special permits, and access is limited to designated trails and routes. Conditions and trail availability depend heavily on seasonal snow and mountain weather patterns.

The reserve spans three distinct altitude zones ranging from cold-resistant forest systems to open mountain vegetation. This layering across relatively short distances creates unusual botanical variety for the region.