Nugush Reservoir, Reservoir in Meleuzovsky District, Bashkortostan, Russia

The Nugush Reservoir is a body of water in the lower reaches of the Nugush River in Meleuzovsky District, Bashkortostan. It lies between the Bash-Alatau ridge and Azgarlyan mountain, within the Bashkiria National Park, and is formed by a dam near the village of Nugush.

The reservoir was created in 1967 when the Nugush River was dammed for the Nugush hydroelectric station. During construction, the village of Nugush was founded near the dam, and the reservoir has since supplied water to nearby cities and supported power generation.

The reservoir is a popular spot for local sailing competitions, including the annual Bashkortostan championship held on its waters. During these events, visitors can watch athletes on sailboards and racing yachts, adding a sporting rhythm to the usual pastimes of fishing and camping.

The reservoir is reached by road from Meleuz or Salavat, with the dam area and nearby village serving as the main access points. Visitors can find several tour bases and summer camps along the shore, but services are limited outside the summer season.

The reservoir's shores are steep and covered with forest, and its waters hold a variety of fish such as bream, pike, and catfish. Less known is that the reservoir also hosts an annual sailing regatta, drawing competitors from across the region.