This river is one of the most accessible water arteries in the Khabarovsk Territory. Thanks to a fairly well-developed road network, you can get almost to its very upper reaches.
This is an amazingly picturesque area, which is of interest both in terms of recreation and in terms of getting to know the peculiarities of the Far Eastern nature and the nature of taiga rivers.
The article provides information about the Khor River: source and mouth, description, landscape features.
Description and characteristics
Khor flows through the territory of the Russian Far East in the Khabarovsk Territory (Lazo district). It is one of the largest tributaries of the Ussuri. The length of the water flow is 453 kilometers, the basin area is 24,700 km2. Floods are often observed in summer, which is associated with prolonged and intense rains.
The river originates on the western mountain slopes of Sikhote-Alin, and flows into Ussuri 10 km below the village of the same name. Its main tributaries: Katen, Matai, Kafen,Cherenai, Chuken, Chui, Tulomi, Sukpai and Kabuli.
Khor in the language of the local people (Udege) is translated as "hell" due to the steep temper of the river - during the period of prolonged summer rains, the water in the reservoir can suddenly rise, leading to flooding of the banks.
Features
Due to the fact that the reservoir originates from the slopes of the Sikhote-Alin ridge, the nature here is very picturesque and wild. The flora and fauna in these places is quite diverse. On the banks of the Khor River in the Khabarovsk Territory, one can meet red deer - one of the subspecies of the red deer. In the summer heat, roe deer and red deer hide in the water to escape annoying horseflies.
Right in front of the boats, flocks of wild ducks with ducklings can safely swim. Here you can meet pheasants, hazel grouses and woodcocks. To the delight of fishermen, lenok and taimen live in the waters of the river, reaching a weight of up to 20-50 kg. Local fishermen have chosen small pebble islands, where there are plums for catching another valuable fish - grayling.
Rafting takes place here not only along the Khor River itself, but also along some of its tributaries: Katen, Matai, Kafen and Sukpai. The water in the river is clean, large pebble spits make it possible to conveniently and with sufficient comfort for hiking conditions to camp in a large tent camp. Here you can set up a fire pit, play badminton and organize a swim in the rinse bath in clear river water.
Attractions
In the region where the beautiful river Khor flows, there are many interestingnatural sites:
- "Farewell Cave". This is a very popular place for cavers.
- Utes is an animal rehabilitation center.
- Gvasyugi - a settlement of local nationality (Udege). Here is the local ethno-center "The Sun", which will be interesting to visit for lovers of ethnography.
- Dzhugda is a natural monument of local importance, which is a source of mineral water.
- Mount Ko (or Witch Mountain).
- Chukensky Reserve.
Some interesting facts
There is a river in the Khabarovsk Territory with the interesting name Podhorenok, which flows south of the Khor River (a few kilometers away).
During periods of great floods, Khor overflows so much that its waters join with the widely overflowing river Kiya.
Previously, timber was rafted in this area, hence the names of some settlements: the Second rafting section, the Third rafting section, etc.
Opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts
The Khor River, whose name means "devil, yaert" in the local language, hardly justifies its ominous name to outdoor enthusiasts. This amazingly picturesque waterway with a length of about 450 kilometers is suitable for rafting of lovers of such events almost throughout its entire length.
Even children over the age of 10 can participate in river routes. Rafting is organized downstream for small groups, which are providedwith all the necessary equipment. For accommodation on the route, three-person tents are set up with accommodation for two people; for meals, a group tent with camping furniture is used. Food during the trip is cooked on gas equipment or on a fire. River water is used for its preparation and drinking - it is so pure that it is quite suitable for this.
Rafting is done on an inflatable raft with an outboard motor. In the process of traveling along the river, tourists take part in the management of the vessel at will. A cook and a guide participate in the route together with the group.
