Mishennaya Sopka, Volcanic hill near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia.

Mishennaya Sopka is a volcanic hill located near Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky that rises about 380 meters (1,250 feet) above the surrounding terrain. The slopes display clear volcanic rock formations and varied geological layers from different eruption periods.

In the first half of the 19th century and until the early 20th century the hill was called Mezhennaya. The name Mishennaya is not documented as coming from military target practice; the sources record only the earlier form. By the 20th century the summit held a television and radio broadcasting facility of FGUP RTRS, whose metal tower adds 80 m to the hill's height.

The hill was called Mezhennaya from the first half of the 19th century until the early 20th century; the name Mishennaya came later. Locals call it Mishenka. It is a launch point for paragliders and a meeting place for residents and visitors.

The best hiking conditions happen during the summer months from June to September when the weather is most favorable. You can reach the marked trails easily from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on foot or by vehicle.

The metal broadcast tower of the RTRS television and radio centre on the summit adds 80 metres to the hill's height. The hill is also a launch point for paragliders and a customary meeting spot for residents and visitors.