The nature of the Chelyabinsk region is rich in lakes with crystal clear water. Forest protected areas are distinguished by a variety of flora and fauna, expressive cliffs and mountains. The most striking of these places is the Zyuratkul National Park. Rest "savages" here is considered the most popular type of tourism.
Features
The mountain range stretched over eight kilometers resembles a huge fish with fins and rocks. The highest point reaches 1175 meters. From here it is very well visible lake. Zyuratkul. Rest "savage" in this pond, located at the foot of the ridge, will leave a lot of positive emotions for any tourist. A five-kilometer trail will lead everyone to the top of the mountain. Almost half of it is paved with wooden flooring due to its location in marshland. The second part of the journey will be relatively easy. But in more sheer places, stone placers will interfere with advancement. Recently, a geoglyph of an animal was discovered near the trail. This gigantic figured pattern made on the ground resembles the shape of an elk.
Having visited this place, you can visit not only the ridge, but also relax in the lap of nature near the reservoir. Zyuratkul - a lake surrounded by beautiful nature. Here you can have a great time in the fabulous town of Whale Pier.
Nature
Sixty kilometers from Zlatoust is the Zyuratkul National Park. Rest "savage" here is becoming more and more popular every year. The pond with the same name has the name of the park, which is one of the highest mountains (724 meters above sea level) in the entire Southern Urals. The beauty of Lake Zyuratkul (Chelyabinsk region) is known not only in the Satka region, but also far beyond its borders. On all sides it is surrounded by ridges overgrown with coniferous forests. A pond feeding on the Bolshoi Kyl River gives rise to the Great Satka flowing from it. Near its source and dam, the small village of Zyuratkul was comfortably located. Rest "savage" is preferred by lovers of active tourism. In the south-west of the reservoir is the Nurgush ridge - the highest in the Chelyabinsk Territory. There was once a natural lake at the site of today's reservoir. It was artificially formed with the help of dams built on the river, originating from it.
Acquaintance
The tour, the length of which is almost three kilometers, starts from the village. Traveling to the most beautiful places of this region, tourists get acquainted with its nature, archeology and history. They will be able to visit one of the most beautiful lakes in Russia and visit the majestic ranges (Zyuratkul, Moskal, Lukash, Nurgush).
Characteristic
The national park is located on the highest mountain of the Chelyabinsk Territory. On its territory there are 15 natural monuments. Different species of birds (more than 150) and mammals (44) live in these forests. Also surprising is the variety of plants - 650 types. The main inhabitants of the forests are moose, bears, hares, squirrels, marten mink, fox. The pearl of the park - located at an altitude of 724 meters above the border of the Baltic Sea Lake. Zyuratkul.
Rest "savage" is here every year thousands of tourists choose. The reservoir accepts rivers, streams, keys. With its length of seven kilometers, it occupies a fairly large area - 13.5 square meters. km The volume of water in the lake is 79 million cubic meters. m. The maximum depth of the lake is eight meters, the average is four and a half. The coastline is 26 km long. In the national park "Zyuratkul", the photo of which is presented in the article, you can actively spend time doing sports tourism. At choice, vacationers are provided with various services: rental items (boat, barbecue, roasting pan) and parking. Using the services of a fishing instructor and special equipment, you can try your hand at active tourism. And excursions for one or several days will give unforgettable impressions and emotions.
Camp view
On the shores of the lakes of the Southern Urals are hundreds of camp sites and resorts. With such a diverse choice, many visitors prefer to rest "savages." Fans of free movement by car - campers - put up tents in their favorite places, exchange the coordinates of their position on special sites.
Due to such activity of tourists, equipped summer camps for car travelers appear. Camping is becoming a lucrative business. Sometimes the owners of boarding houses and camp sites, wanting to earn extra money, let tourists, "savages" into their territory. There is also a closed specialized parking lot, where a vacationer with his tent canโt get a job.
Base "Heavenly Lake" (Zyuratkul)
It is located in the park with the same name on the banks of a beautiful reservoir. The camp is landscaped and equipped with everything that is necessary for a complete pastime of vacationers of any age. Cozy two-room Germanic houses are allocated for living. Volumetric tents mounted on wooden flooring are designed to accommodate four people. Each tourist is offered a mattress, blanket, pillow and bed linen. Sleep and outdoor recreation in the mountains have a beneficial effect on the body, restoring it and strengthening the immune and respiratory systems.

The campsite is well lit at night and has convenient walking paths. Those who wish can go to the Russian bathhouse and spend an evening on the indoor dance floor. This place is becoming more developed and comfortable. More recently, small houses appeared here. But for those wishing to spend the night in the usual conditions for campers ("savages"), the territory is also allocated. From each tent they take 500 rubles, the same amount is paid for one person by those who live in the house. For a car in the parking lot, you will need to give one hundred rubles a day. Drinking water is taken from the well. For a good rest, bonfires and barbecues are offered. For visitors on the territory of the bathhouse and dining room, accommodating a large group of people. Tourists, lovers of "wild relaxation", attracts here not only picturesque nature. The local administration is constantly developing the territory, annually providing visitors with additional services.
Ecological park
It is located along the shore of the reservoir. The complex can accommodate about 70 people. The distance to it from different cities is different. So, for example, it is 200 km away from Chelyabinsk, 220 km from Ufa, 350 km from Yekaterinburg, 700 km from Perm, 700 km from Tyumen. You can get to it using several vehicles. If you travel by train, you need to get off at Berdyaush station. Then you need to catch a taxi, which will take you to your final destination. You can take a bus to Satka and then use the services of a private driver.
Car route
From Zlatoust , the M5 highway will lead you to the city of Satka. Before reaching it, you must turn left. The pointer will lead to the Zyuratkul park. The entrance to it is located at the booth with a barrier. There you will need to purchase tickets (40 rubles per person and car), which will need to be presented upon departure. After passing by a village with the same name, you must move directly along the dirt road. She will run into the shore of a reservoir. Leaving the car in a free parking lot, you can settle down at the "savage" lake or at a specialized paid site.