Baikal-Lena nature reserve, Nature reserve in Lake Baikal region, Russia
The reserve spans 659,919 hectares along the northwestern shore of Lake Baikal, encompassing mountain taiga, alpine meadows, and relict steppes.
Established on December 5, 1986, the Baikal-Lena Nature Reserve protects the source of Russia's longest river, the Lena River.
The Rytyi Cape within the reserve holds spiritual importance for local communities, featuring ancient Kurykan walls and stone structures.
Access to the reserve requires transportation by boat from Olkhon Island or Severobaikalsk, with winter visits possible across frozen lake surfaces.
The reserve contains the largest population of black-capped marmots in Russia, found exclusively in the southwestern alpine zones.
Inception: December 5, 1986
Website: http://baikal-lena.ru
GPS coordinates: 54.22639,107.89306
Latest update: May 10, 2025 16:36
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