Mount Induk is known to the climbers of the region Krasnodarskij Kraj (Russia) for many years already. But the first routes were climbed only when the railway Gorajchij Kluch – Tuapse was finished (year 1979). Common at that time was the traditional way to climb. Nobody even thought about bolts and sport climbing. Unfortunately some topos and descriptions were lost because nobody planned to compile a climbing guidebook. These rocks were only climbed for training purposes in preparation for mountaineering in the Caucasus.

The first free climbing routes appeared with increased popularity of sport climbing. At the beginning there were only topropes and later climbers started to leadclimb routes. In the middle of the 90ies the wave of free climbing reached this area as well. Local climbers started to discover the crags nearby their towns and countries. Unfortunately potential of the crags was not enough. 20-30 routes was the limit. All the work has been done on a voluntary basis by enthusiasts. Since the beginning of the 20th century mount Induk is the most popular climbing area in the Krasnodarskij kraj. It’s no surprise – mount Induk has interesting rocks, huge prospects, already existing routes and a beautiful environment.

Getting There

You have to fly to Krasnodar or Sochi (directly or over Moscow) and from there using public transport to the little village Indyuk and from there a 1,5 hours walk upwards to the actual mountain Indyuk. For more detailed information see climbinduk.org or get in touch with the webmaster of this site.

Map of the area.

Red Tape

The area is not restricted by nature protection laws. You can move as you want. But as everywhere, try to save the spot by reasonable behaviour, even though the locals might not. Please remove all your rubbish!

Camping

There is no official campground. You just choose your spot in the mountains. There are various wild campgrounds to be found. Beside of the hot summer time, there is usually water nearby. Ask locals for help to find the springs or creek.

External Links

Mount Indyuk - guidebook