Kamen

Kamen is a dormant stratovolcano on the Kamchatka Peninsula, rising to about 4,600 meters elevation. The mountain features a steep conical shape and sits positioned between two other major volcanoes in the region.

The volcano became dormant roughly 10,000 to 11,000 years ago when its magma supply stopped. This shift caused the summit cone to partially collapse and shaped the mountain's current appearance.

Local indigenous populations of the Kamchatka Peninsula maintain traditional connections to Kamen, incorporating the mountain into their spiritual practices.

A major landslide on the mountain's side opens the volcanic interior to view from the outside. Visitors can observe the exposed rock layers and mineral composition without needing specialized equipment.

The exposed rock interior reveals volcanic bombs, cinders, and coarse debris mixed together in layers. This composition offers a rare glimpse into the eruption and consolidation history of this large stratovolcano.

Location: Kamchatka Krai

Elevation above the sea: 4,579 m

GPS coordinates: 56.01816,160.59645

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:08