Location and surroundings
Morpipe is located in Russia, within the Nenets Autonomous Okrug region and the Zapolyarny District municipality. The terrain surrounding the hill is typical of the wider regional landscape, characterized by open expanses and rolling terrain.
Neighbouring peaks
The nearest peaks and passes to Morpipe include:
- Nyaruype (hill), 184 m, 8.0 km S
- Nyadeype (hill), 210 m, 9.5 km S
- Peyumpe (hill), 143 m, 13.9 km S
- Sopka Nganosiseda (hill), 55 m, 16.4 km SW
- Salyampe (hill), 212 m, 28.9 km E
- Sibitape (hill), 143 m, 28.9 km SE
- Sopka Kharaseda (hill), 43 m, 29.9 km SW
- Khorkhapa (hill), 33 m, 32.8 km SW
Standing at 185 metres, Morpipe is slightly higher than Nyaruype, which is located 8.0 kilometres to the south at 184 metres, but it is lower than Nyadeype and Salyampe.
The view from the summit
The highest peak within 25 km of Morpipe is Syvype, which stands at 129 m and is located 10.2 km W. From the summit of Morpipe, observers look out over the surrounding terrain towards these nearby elevations.
Climate and weather
Climate estimates from NASA POWER for the 2001–2020 period, adjusted to the summit elevation, indicate that the warmest month is July with a mean temperature of about 9 °C, while January is the coldest month with a mean of about -19 °C. Months with a mean temperature above freezing at the summit include June, July, August, and September.
Precipitation in the surrounding area is about 750 mm a year. The wettest month is June with about 80 mm of precipitation, whereas February is the driest month with about 35 mm.
Best time to visit
Based on temperature data, the months with a mean temperature above freezing at the summit are June, July, August, and September. These warmer months provide the most suitable conditions for visiting the area, avoiding the severe cold of the winter months when the mean January temperature drops to about -19 °C.
Nature and wildlife
The landscape around Morpipe features typical regional terrain and vegetation suited to the subarctic environment of the Nenets Autonomous Okrug. Wildlife in the wider area adapts to the seasonal temperature fluctuations, experiencing brief summers and long, freezing winters.
Practical tips
A walk in this remote northern region requires appropriate gear, including sturdy footwear for mud or rocky patches and wind-resistant layers to handle changing weather conditions. For emergencies, the unified emergency number is 112, and mountain rescue is operated by the MChS (EMERCOM).
Interesting facts
Morpipe has an elevation of 185 metres and is closely neighboured by Nyadeype, which serves as the nearest higher peak at 210 metres, located 9.5 km to the south. The hill is also known alternatively as Gora Morpipeh or Гора Морпипэ.
FAQ
How high is Morpipe? Morpipe has an elevation of 185 metres.
Where is Morpipe located? It is located in Russia, within the Zapolyarny District of the Nenets Autonomous Okrug.
What is the nearest higher peak? The nearest higher peak is Nyadeype, standing at 210 metres and located 9.5 km to the south.
What are the alternative names for Morpipe? It is also known as Gora Morpipeh or Гора Морпипэ.
What is the mobile phone coverage like? 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.