Yolin Am

The Yolin Am consists of a narrow gorge stretching through the Gurvan Saikhan Mountains, reaching depths of several hundred meters between steep rock walls.

The valley received its name from the Lammergeier vultures that traditionally nested in its cliffs, with Yol being the Mongolian word for these birds.

Local Mongolian guides share knowledge about the diverse bird species inhabiting the gorge, including vultures, snowcocks, and the rare Mongolian finch.

The ice field within the canyon remains accessible from October through July, requiring warm clothing and proper hiking shoes for exploring the terrain.

Despite its location in the Gobi Desert, the deep canyon maintains patches of ice throughout most months due to limited sun exposure between the walls.

Location: Хүрмэн ᠬᠦᠷᠮᠡᠨ

Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yolyn_Am

Address: Yolin Am Ice Field, Ömnögovi, Mongolia

Website: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yolyn_Am

GPS coordinates: 43.49366,104.08314

Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:29