About Akhtang
Akhtang is a shield rising to 1,956 meters (6,418 feet) in Russia's Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Akhtang is located in Russia, within the Central Kamchatka Volcanic Arc of the broader Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. Situated at 55.43° N, 158.65° E in the Northern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a subarctic climate zone. With a summit elevation of 1,956 meters above sea level, Akhtang is a moderately sized peak that remains accessible to hikers and researchers for much of the year. The volcanic landform is characterized as a shield, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
The late Pleistocene Akhtang Massif is located between the Bolshaya Kimitina and Kozyrevka rivers SE of Ichinsky volcano in the southern Sredinny Range. This stratovolcano is at the NE end of line of smaller monogenetic cones extending about 16 km SE. Volynets et al. (2020) obtained K-Ar dates of about 250-310 ka from lava samples taken near the youngest cones at the SW end of the chain.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Akhtang.
Real-Time Data
USGS Alert Level
Thermal Anomalies
Frequently Asked Questions About Akhtang
Is Akhtang an active volcano?+
Akhtang is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "unknown." No recorded eruptions have been documented. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
How high is Akhtang?+
Akhtang has a summit elevation of 1,956 meters (6,418 feet) above sea level. At 1,956 meters, it is a moderately sized volcanic peak, roughly comparable to Mount Vesuvius (1,281m).
What type of volcano is Akhtang?+
Akhtang is classified as a Shield. Shield volcanoes have distinct geological characteristics that set them apart from other volcanic types.
Where is Akhtang located?+
Akhtang is located in Russia, in the Northwestern Pacific Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Central Kamchatka Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are 55.430° latitude, 158.650° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Akhtang?+
Akhtang can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Russia may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
