Lakes of the Nizhny Novgorod region. Short description of the best reservoirs for fishing and recreation

The Nizhny Novgorod region is famous for its water reservoirs. There are many rivers, lakes and marshes here. Basically, they all belong to the Volga Basin. The distribution of water resources in this area is affected by the features of the ground and the relief. The lakes of the Nizhny Novgorod region are used for recreation and fishing, and the rivers are also used for industrial purposes.

Lakes of the Nizhny Novgorod region: general characteristics

In this area there is a large number of lakes. About 30 of them are large enough, and the rest are old men, they are much larger, smaller in size and located in river floodplains. The way of formation of these water areas is different. Some have an artificial origin (flooded quarries, reservoirs, ponds), others - karst (natural reservoirs, replenishing water supplies due to underground sources), and some arose as a result of flooding of rivers.

Many lakes of the Nizhny Novgorod region are popular with fans of fishing and recreation in the bosom of nature. Since in the summer season the water in some water areas warms up to an acceptable temperature, then the holiday-makers gladly bathe in them. Also in these places are not only amateur fishermen, but also game hunters, as various kinds of birds (ducks, geese, herons) live on the water bodies.

The Desert Lakes

Pustynskie lakes are especially popular in this region. They are part of the reserve of the same name. This complex consists of 8 lakes:

• Holy.
• Deep.
• Great.
• The round one.
• Steam.
• Long.
• Narbus.
• Carace.

They are all flowing and of karst origin. Their total area is about 3 square meters. Km, the depth reaches 14 m. Through the Pustynskye lakes of the Nizhny Novgorod region the Serezha River flows , so the water in the water areas is very clean. Lovers of outdoor recreation like sandy beaches and surrounding forests, which are reflected in the mirror water surface. In these forests, such trees grow, which are more than 200 years old, and the diameter of their trunks is about a meter. Among the plants there are even those that are listed in the Red Book. In large numbers, there live beavers, otters, martens and bats. Pustynsky lakes in the Nizhny Novgorod region have a fairly diverse flora and fauna.

For rest the most notable is the Holy One. The water in it is clean and cool. The water area is surrounded by beautiful landscapes. In summer there are always a lot of people here.

However, recently the flora and fauna of the Pustynsky Lakes are under threat. Visiting tourists often leave garbage that pollutes the coast. In addition, construction work was carried out, because of which many fish and water were killed, they were clogged with waste from the construction of dams for the city water conduit. Recently it has been noticed that the Great, Glubokoye and Narbus rivers have become turbid, an unpleasant smell has appeared. If this continues, it is likely that in the future they will become swamped, like Karasevoye, which is almost completely overgrown with sedges.

Lake Crystal

In the Nizhny Novgorod region is located Khrustalnoye lake. It is located far from populated areas, which gives him a great advantage. The air here is clean, there is no fuss. As a rule, on the lake you can meet lovers of "wild" rest. Its name is received, thanks to crystal clear water. This reservoir was formed as a result of the spill of the Volga River. Depth reaches 4 meters. Given the purity and transparency, it becomes clear why Lake. Crystal is popular with holidaymakers. First of all, this is a gradual increase in depth, which is ideal for recreation with children, as well as a clean coastline, and this can not boast of all the lakes of the Nizhny Novgorod region. In the summer season, the water warms up well, so there are always a lot of beach lovers here. Also Crystal is attractive for lovers of fishing, thanks to the pike, perch and even crabs that live in it.

Lake Zolinsky

In the Nizhny Novgorod region there is a lake Zolinsky. Its name was received, thanks to the village of Zolino, near which it is located. In form this pond is like a drop. Its depth reaches 5 meters. The water in it is perfectly clean, and the beaches are sandy, and therefore often come here for outdoor recreation and bathing. Thanks to the pike dwellers in Zolinsky lake, perches and other fish, these places are visited by amateur fishermen. The convenience of recreation here is also due to the recreation base located here.

Artemovskie lakes of Nizhny Novgorod region

Also in the Nizhny Novgorod region are Artemovskie lakes. These ponds are floodplain type. They are located on the right bank of the Volga River. All of them are mostly shallow, and therefore lovers of outdoor recreation often visit them. However, Artemovskie lakes of the Nizhny Novgorod region are more attractive for fishing. Despite the fact that poaching thrives here, there are a lot of underwater inhabitants. The most common are the perch, perch, pike, and pike perch. And because of the fact that near the coast is a shallow depth, they are fishing primarily from boats.

Lake Yuhro

A special place among the lakes of Nizhny Novgorod is occupied by Yukhro. It has an unusual oblong form. Stretched by a pond about 2 km long and 0.8 km wide. Its depth reaches 5 meters. Tourists are few here, despite the relative purity of the lake. In the Nizhny Novgorod region for recreation there are more suitable ponds. These places are notable for a special atmosphere - pacification and a peculiar mystery. Most likely, the unpopularity of this lake is explained by the complexity of the entrance (there are practically no roads).