Mount Sobolinaya Ski Resort, “Pologaya” Slope Live Webcam

Mount Sobolinaya is the largest ski resort on the shores of Lake Baikal, located near the town of Baikalsk in Irkutsk Region. The resort offers year-round recreation with well-developed infrastructure for skiing, snowboarding, and tourism. It is situated on the slopes of Mount Sobolinaya, about 2 km from the southwest shore of Lake Baikal, 135 km south of Irkutsk, and 312 km west of Ulan-Ude. The nearest major transportation hub is the airport and railway station in Irkutsk.

The resort features approximately 18 ski runs with a total length of about 15 km and vertical drops of 470–480 meters. Trails range from easy “green” slopes for beginners to challenging “red” and “black” runs for advanced skiers and athletes. There are also snow tubing tracks, beginner slopes, children’s trails, and professional instruction services. About seven lifts operate on the slopes, including one chairlift and several T-bar lifts.

On-site facilities include hotels and apartments of various levels, a spa complex, and cafés and restaurants, including the unique Café Vysota 900, located at 900 meters above sea level. From there, visitors enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Baikal, the surrounding mountains, and the town of Baikalsk. The webcam specifically shows the Pologaya slope, a medium-difficulty run approximately 1,000 meters long with a vertical drop of 220 meters. The slope is suitable for both beginners and experienced skiers and snowboarders. The skiing season typically lasts from early December to the end of April.