Uletov Steppes

Uletov steppes cover central Trans-Baikal between forest-steppe and dry hills. Open land with sparse groves and long power lines — steppe scale without mountain barriers. Partly unpaved roads — mud after rain and in spring. Best as a road trip with photo stops and short hilltop walks. Ground squirrels, larks and steppe eagles; dark night skies away from villages. No major sights — value is space and quiet. Almost no services — water, fuel and offline maps are essential. Signal drops on dirt roads — share your route and return time. Combine with Alkhanay Park and Aginsky Datsan — a transition zone between Chita's orbit and Buddhist southeast Trans-Baikal.