Location and surroundings
2546 belongs to the Eastern Siberian Mountains, within the Verkhoyansk Mountain System, the Chersky Range and, more specifically, the Southern Chersky Range. It is in Russia, in the Sakha Republic, inside Momsky Ulus and the Ulakhan-Chistay National Nasleg.
At 2,546 m, it is the highest of the 272 named peaks in the Southern Chersky Range. The surrounding country is high, cold and sparsely settled, with broad mountain slopes, long ridgelines and deep valleys typical of northeastern Siberia.
Neighbouring peaks
The nearest named neighbours give a sense of how isolated 2546 is within its range. Yelau is the closest peak, and the nearest pass is far to the northwest.
- Yelau — 2,248 m, 1.5 km east
- Pereval Ulakhan-Chistay — 1,950 m, 48.9 km northwest
- Sakhalin — 2,670 m, 65.5 km north
- Vorozhitseva — 2,670 m, 65.6 km north
- Pik Sovetskaya Yakutiya — 2,885 m, 65.8 km north
- Kyureterskii — 2,500 m, 66.6 km north
- Sportivnogo Turizma — 2,800 m, 67.1 km north
- Pik Yubileinyi — 2,890 m, 67.2 km north
2546 is higher than Yelau and Kyureterskii, but lower than the northern peaks listed here. The nearest higher peak is Sakhalin, 65.5 km to the north.
The view from the summit
From the summit area, the highest nearby peaks within 25 km are mostly lower ridges and summits rather than major giants. The closest high points are G.priyatnaya at 2,178 m, 15.3 km north; 2134 at 2,134 m, 7.8 km south; 2082 at 2,082 m, 20.5 km northeast; 1600 at 1,600 m, 24.6 km northeast; and 1485 at 1,485 m, 15.7 km northeast.
These distances suggest a wide, open mountain setting with long views across the Southern Chersky Range, although weather and winter conditions can limit visibility for much of the year.
The range
2546 is part of the Southern Chersky Range, which contains 272 named peaks. Its highest peak is Sakhalin at 2,670 m, about 65.5 km north of 2546. Within that range, 2546 ranks as the highest named summit.
The Southern Chersky Range lies inside the broader Chersky Range, itself part of the Verkhoyansk Mountain System in the Eastern Siberian Mountains. This is a remote mountain chain in northeastern Russia, with long distances between major summits and passes.
Climate and weather
Climate estimates from NASA POWER for 2001–2020 suggest that the summit is cold in every season. The warmest month is July, at about 3 °C, while January is about -36 °C. Only July averages above freezing at the summit. Around the mountain, annual precipitation is about 600 mm, with about 135 mm in July and about 10 mm in January.
In this part of Siberia, weather hazards usually include rapid cooling, strong winds, snow, icy surfaces and poor visibility. Even in summer, cold rain or fresh snow can affect travel on higher ground.
Best time to visit
For a climb on 2546, the practical season is the short summer window, when temperatures are least severe and the summit is the only month that averages above freezing. July is the warmest month and also the wettest, so conditions may be milder but not necessarily dry.
Earlier and later in the year, the mountain is likely to be dominated by snow, frozen ground and very low temperatures. For most visitors, the best time is the brief period when daylight is long and the snowpack is most manageable.
Nature and wildlife
The mountain lies in a cold alpine environment typical of northeastern Siberia. Lower slopes in this region usually carry sparse tundra vegetation, with mosses, lichens, dwarf shrubs and scattered hardy grasses, while higher ground becomes increasingly bare rock, scree and snow patches.
Wildlife in such country is generally adapted to cold and distance: small mammals, birds of open mountain terrain and larger northern species may all occur in the wider region. On the upper slopes, the main concerns are exposure, loose ground and changing weather rather than dense vegetation.
Guides and organised ascents
For a mountain like 2546, a certified guide is sensible unless you already have experience with remote, cold, non-technical alpine terrain and self-sufficient travel. In Russia, the national guide association is the Association of Mountain Guides of Russia (RMGA), which is not an IFMGA/UIAGM member. The national alpine club is the Russian Mountaineering Federation.
As examples of established guiding companies working in the mountains of Russia, Alpindustria Tour is one named operator. Guided trips in this kind of terrain usually include route planning, logistics, transport, and sometimes food or equipment support; the cost depends on trip length, group size, hut nights and gear needs.
Safety and preparation
2546 demands winter-level preparation for much of the year: warm clothing, navigation skills, spare food, and the ability to travel on snow, ice or wet tundra. The remoteness of the Southern Chersky Range means that self-reliance matters as much as fitness. Weather can change quickly, and cold stress is a real risk even in summer.
The emergency number in Russia is 112. Mountain rescue is run by MChS (EMERCOM), and groups are advised to register their route with the local rescue unit before setting out.
Interesting facts
2546 is the highest of the 272 named peaks in the Southern Chersky Range. Its nearest higher peak is Sakhalin, 65.5 km to the north, and the range high point is the same mountain. The summit is also part of the broader Chersky Range and Verkhoyansk Mountain System.
Another useful detail is its position in Momsky Ulus and the Ulakhan-Chistay National Nasleg, which places it in one of the more remote mountain districts of the Sakha Republic.
FAQ
How high is 2546? It rises to 2,546 m.
Where is 2546? It is in Russia, in the Sakha Republic, within Momsky Ulus and the Ulakhan-Chistay National Nasleg.
What range is 2546 in? It belongs to the Southern Chersky Range, within the Chersky Range and the broader Verkhoyansk Mountain System.
What is the nearest higher peak? The nearest higher peak is Sakhalin, 65.5 km to the north, at 2,670 m.
Is there water on the way to 2546? In this cold mountain terrain, water is usually from snowmelt or streams in the lower valleys, and it should be treated before drinking. Carry about 1.5-3 litres for a day, depending on heat and route length.
Are there huts on 2546? OpenStreetMap shows no hut or shelter within 2 km of the top, so hikers usually plan the ascent as a day trip or carry their own tent.
Is mobile phone coverage likely? Coverage in the hills is patchy and depends on the operator. 112 reaches emergency services over any available network, and maps should be downloaded before setting out.