Central Siberia Nature Reserve

Central Siberia Nature Reserve is a large protected area that spans several river valleys and contains swamps, floodplain meadows, and taiga forests. The different habitats support wildlife and plants adapted to harsh Siberian conditions.

The area was covered by a tropical sea hundreds of millions of years ago and developed into a continent before joining Eurasia. The present-day landscape with its river systems took shape over long geological periods.

The Ket people living along the Yenisei River follow their traditional fishing and hunting practices within the reserve's territory. These customs continue to shape how local communities interact with the land and water around them.

Permission is needed to enter the reserve and access is mainly limited to scientists and environmental educators. It makes sense to check what permits and guidelines you need before planning a visit.

The reserve combines taiga forests with floodplain meadows and stretches for tens of kilometers along both riverbanks. This mix of different landscape types is unusual for the Siberian region.

Location: Russia

Inception: January 9, 1985

Website: http://centralsib.com

GPS coordinates: 61.85000,88.22000

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46