Shiveluch

Shiveluch is an active stratovolcano in Kamchatka made of andesite rock that rises 3,283 meters above sea level. The structure includes three main parts: an older volcanic mass, a caldera, and a younger active cone.

The volcano formed about 70,000 years ago during the Late Pleistocene and has experienced roughly 60 major eruptions through the Holocene. This long history of eruptions shaped the mountain as it appears today.

The name comes from the Itelmen language and means "smoking mountain". This term links the indigenous connection to the land with what people see when they look at it.

The nearest town of Klyuchi sits about 50 kilometers away and safety procedures protect residents in the area. You should check current volcanic activity and local access restrictions before planning a visit.

The summit regularly produces hot avalanches and new dome formations, a process that continuously creates fresh landforms. This constant growth and reshaping of the summit area makes it one of the most actively changing examples of this kind.

Location: Kamchatka Krai

Elevation above the sea: 3,283 m

Made from material: andesite

Part of: Kamchatka Peninsula

GPS coordinates: 56.65447,161.36285

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27