Lake Arangatuy
Озеро Арангатуй
A shallow lake and wetland on the isthmus to the Svyatoy Nos Peninsula, rich in waterbirds, with dunes and pine forest around it, and the isthmus road running alongside.
Lake Arangatuy lies on the isthmus connecting the Svyatoy Nos Peninsula with the lakeshore. It is a shallow lake and wetland linked to Chivyrkuy Bay. In summer you can see swans, ducks, herons and gulls, which makes it a good spot for birdwatching and sunrise photography. On the western side of the isthmus are the long sandy beaches and dunes of Barguzin Bay, while the eastern side is lake and wetland, a striking contrast in scenery. The dirt road to the Svyatoy Nos Peninsula runs along the lake, so you can stop to take in the view. Mosquitoes are common in the wetlands, so bring repellent.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Chivyrkuy Isthmus Dunes
- Monakhovo
- Kurbulik
- Chivyrkuy Bay
- Ust-Barguzin
- Zmeinaya Bay Hot Spring
- Zabaikalsky National Park
- Svyatoy Nos Peninsula