Baransky

Baransky is a stratovolcano rising about 1,100 meters above sea level in the central area of Iturup Island in the Kuril chain. Its structure consists of alternating layers of solidified lava and volcanic ash that record many past eruption events.

The volcano resulted from repeated eruption events that shaped Iturup Island over thousands of years. Its last recorded activity in 1951 added to our understanding of the volcanic history of the Kuril Islands.

The name honors Nikolay Baransky, a Soviet economic geographer who advanced geographical research across Russia. Visitors today experience a landscape shaped by volcanic forces that reflects this scientific recognition.

The location sits in a remote part of the Kurils where conditions are rugged and weather is unpredictable. Visitors should expect limited accessibility and need thorough preparation with proper gear.

The volcano's layers reveal a remarkable sequence of tephra deposits arranged like a geological timeline. This natural layering allows scientists to distinguish individual eruption events and understand their sequence.

Location: Kurilsky District

Inception: January 1, 1961

Elevation above the sea: 1,132 m

Address: городское поселение Нижнекамск

GPS coordinates: 45.10333,148.01556

Latest update: December 12, 2025 21:55