The highest point of the Komarinsky ridge in Khamar-Daban (2,090 metres) — a classic day summit above southern Baikal with views of ranges and open water.
Chersky Peak
Chersky Peak rises to 2,090 metres — the highest point of the Komarinsky ridge in Khamar-Daban; in the past the mountain was called Komar. It is named after Ivan Chersky, the explorer of Siberia whose name marks dozens of geographical objects from Baikal to Kolyma. For travellers of southern Baikal it is the classic 'first serious' summit: the ascent from the Slyudyanka valley or the Khamar-Daban passes takes a day, the elevation gain is tangible, but the trail is well worn. On top lie goltsy plateaus with dwarf pine and panoramas: to the north Baikal glitters, ranges rise all around. The mountain's virtue is a genuine high-altitude experience without an expedition: from Slyudyanka station to the summit and back with an early start. In winter people come here on skis and snowshoes, though the route turns more technical.
How to get there
From Slyudyanka up the valley and the Khamar-Daban trails southwards to the saddles of the Komarinsky ridge; the summit is reached along the crest.
Best season
June to September: a snow-free trail; outside the season only with snowshoes.
Travel tips & stories
Start before dawn: descending the trail in the dark is a poor finale.
Khamar-Daban weather changes within an hour: a rain shell and a warm layer always.
Water is found in the upper streams; higher up, carry your own.
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