This river is one of the most accessible waterways in the Khabarovsk Territory. Thanks to a fairly well-developed road network, you can reach almost to its upper reaches.
This is a surprisingly picturesque area, which is of interest both in terms of recreation, and in terms of exploring the features of the Far Eastern nature and the nature of taiga rivers.
The article provides information about the Khor River: source and mouth, description, landscape features.
Description and specifications
The choir flows through the territory of the Russian Far East in the Khabarovsk Territory (Lazo district). It is one of the largest tributaries of Ussuri. The length of the water stream is 453 kilometers, the basin area is 24,700 km 2 . In summer, floods are often observed, which is associated with prolonged and intense rains.
Its river begins on the western mountain slopes of Sikhote-Alin, and flows into Ussuri 10 km below the village of the same name. Its main tributaries: Katen, Matai, Kafen, Cherenay, Chuken, Chui, Tulomi, Sukpai and Kabuli.
The choir in the language of the local people (Udege) is translated as “hell” due to the steep nature of the river - during prolonged summer rains, water in the reservoir can suddenly rise, leading to flooding of the coast.
Features
Due to the fact that the reservoir originates from the slopes of the Sikhote-Alin ridge, the nature here is very picturesque and wild. Flora and fauna in these places are quite diverse. On the banks of the Khor River in the Khabarovsk Territory, you can see red deer - one of the subspecies of red deer. In the summer heat roe deer and Manchurian deer hide in the water, fleeing from annoying horseflies.
Flocks of wild ducks and ducklings can safely swim right in front of the boats. You can meet pheasants, hazel grouse and woodcocks here. To the delight of fishermen, lenoks and taimen live in the waters of the river, reaching a weight of up to 20-50 kg. Local fishermen have chosen small pebble islands where there are plums for fishing on the "muddy" of another valuable fish - grayling.
Rafting takes place here not only along the Khor River itself, but also along some of its tributaries: Katen, Matai, Kafen and Sukpai. The water in the river is clean, large pebble spits allow you to conveniently and with sufficient comfort for camping conditions to sit in a large tent camp for relaxation. Here you can arrange a campfire, play badminton and organize a bath in the bath with rinses in clean river water.
sights
In the region where the beautiful Khor River flows, there are many interesting natural sites:
- "Farewell cave." This is a very popular spot for speleotourists.
- Utes is an animal rehabilitation center.
- Gvasyugi - a settlement of local nationality (Udege). Here is the local ethno-center "Sun", which will be interesting for lovers of ethnography.
- Dzhugda is a natural monument of local importance, representing a source of mineral water.
- Mount Ko (or “Witch’s Mountain”).
- The reserve Chukensky.
Some interesting facts
There is a river in the Khabarovsk Territory with an interesting name Podhorenok, flowing south of the Khor River (a few kilometers).
During periods of large floods, the Khor spills so much that its waters connect to the widely spilled Kiya River.
Previously, rafting of the forest was carried out in this area, from where the names of some settlements originated: the Second rafting site, the Third rafting site, etc.
Opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts
The Khor River, whose name is translated from the local language as “devil, yaert,” hardly lives up to its sinister name for outdoor enthusiasts. This amazingly picturesque waterway with a length of about 450 kilometers is suitable for rafting lovers of such events for almost its entire length.
Even children over 10 years old can participate in river routes. Alloys are organized downstream for small groups, which are provided with all the necessary equipment. To stay on the route, triple tents are set up for two people, a group tent with camping furniture is used for eating. Food during the trip is prepared using gas equipment or at the stake. For its preparation and for drinking, river water is used - so pure that it is quite suitable for this.
The alloy is made on an inflatable raft with an outboard motor. In the process of traveling along the river, tourists take part in the management of the vessel at will. A chef and guide participate in the route with the group.