Not everyone manages to get to the sea in the summer. The reasons may be very different. The way out will be a budget and fascinating rest at the picturesque lake. There are many such places in Russia. They allow you to be closer to nature and enjoy it. The choice of lakes is wide. Let's stop on the most popular of them.
Caspian lake
The Caspian Sea is essentially a lake, as it does not have access to the ocean. It is located between Europe and Asia. The water in the lake warms up to 30 degrees, which is great news for swimmers.
On the coast of the Caspian Sea are located the following cities:
- Lagan;
- Kaspiysk;
- Makhachkala;
- Derbent;
- Astrakhan.
It is here that the easiest way to find affordable and comfortable accommodation for living and recreation with the whole family. Places to accommodate tourists in nearby villages can also be convenient.
You should not expect from the coast of the lake a developed infrastructure.But for those who seek to achieve unity with nature and relaxation, there is everything you need: clean water, warm sand and bright sun. In summer, the weather is almost always clear, cloudy days are a rarity in this region. Another advantage will be low prices for housing, food and leisure. For lovers of hunting and fishing there are many pleasant surprises.
Near the Caspian Sea, you can find hotels, working on the system "All inclusive". Prices for living in them are much lower than in the same conditions in the Crimea or Krasnodar region.
Rest on Lake Baikal in 2018
Despite the location of Lake Baikal, it is quite suitable for a beach holiday. There is a sandy beach, hotels with good conditions, good weather.
Near Baikal, all family members will find something for themselves. Here you can:
- go boating;
- go for mushrooms and berries;
- rafting on a mountain stream;
- to go on foot and horse trips;
- to fish.
The water in Baikal is extremely clean. To join this miracle of nature every year, thousands of people come from all over the world. After all, even at a depth of 40 meters you can see every pebble at the bottom.
Wildlife lovers can recommend Olkhon Island. Here are great places for a campground, fascinating landscapes and fresh air. Those who love mountains should go from Baikal to the Tunkinskaya valley, the village of Arshan. Here you can admire the mountains and the steppe, plunge into the scent of pine needles in the park, explore the waterfall by the mountain river "Kyngarga".
Closer to civilization, you can settle on any of the available camp sites, in cottages or in the private sector near the lake. All this is much cheaper than a holiday at the famous resorts, and no less emotions will give.
Lake Brosno
Lake Brosno causes the curiosity of tourists that, according to legend, it is home to a real fairy monster - a dragon. The lake itself is located in the Tver region, where it is much easier to get there than to the Scottish Loch Ness.
This legend was formed due to the fact that at a depth of 40 meters is the process of rotting wood. All this accompanies the release of hydrogen sulfide, which turns into numerous bubbles tending to the surface of the water. Reaching the water surface, the bubbles burst with a specific sound.
Numerous bases, cottages and other convenient places to stay are offered to those who want to admire this unique spectacle or just relax on the lake shore. The beach season is short and lasts only two months. In addition to swimming, you can ride a boat, go for mushrooms, berries, fly a helicopter, go on a horse ride. Also, tourists are waiting for real Russian baths.
Rest on the lakes of Bashkiria in the summer of 2018
Bashkiria offers rest on one of its many lakes. Each of them has its own specific feature that attracts tourists to it.
For example, it is considered that Yellow Lake does not leave anyone hungry, and Lake Zybuny is so large that it received the second name Bezgrezhny. Fans of beautiful photos should visit Lake Iskinskoye, and it’s just impossible to fall asleep on the Kalmitsky. Frequent fishermen should visit the lakes:
- Karabalyk;
- Karman;
- Kulishka;
- Yagugul
Countless entertainments await the guests of Kashkadan Lake. You can improve your health on Mukukul and Muldakkul. The most interesting excursions take place near the Nugush reservoir. The most popular of all is Lake Bannoe.
Lake Bannoye
The deepest in the Republic of Bashkortostan is the lake Bannoye. On average, its depth reaches 10 meters. The surface area of the lake is 7.7 square meters. Coastal bases of the hotel, hotels and hotels allow tourists to admire the stunning views of the lake and its surroundings from the windows.
In addition to tourists, locals are happy to rest here. Most people around the lake in the summer. At this time, it is especially picturesque surrounded by green trees that densely cover the coast and the hills in the neighborhood.
The water in the lake is always cool and invigorating.This is due to numerous underwater sources that enrich the water with cold jets. It is comfortable to swim here since mid-June. The average water temperature is 24 degrees plus. At the same time, the air in June may be only 20-22 degrees. In July and August, the air warms up to 30 degrees.
Family holidays on Lake Seliger
Seliger attracts guests with a developed infrastructure. It is comfortable to relax in a noisy company, and in a narrow family circle with children. Summer water warms up to 25 degrees, which is suitable for swimming with children. In addition, there is a clean sandy beach and clear water. The pleasure of swimming in Seliger seems to the tourist no less than from swimming in the sea. 
You can entertain your family here:
- riding on kayaks, boats, boats;
- fishing;
- recreational walk among the pines;
- water rides;
- numerous excursions.
Rest on the Altai Lakes
The real pride of Siberia is considered the Gorny Altai. The intoxicating clean air and magnificent views make the rest on the local lakes not only pleasant and relaxing, but also healthy. Lonely corners in which cozy bases settle down, allow to have a moral rest from city vanity.
Altai is conditionally divided into regions. Those who want to spend time actively and surrounded by young people should choose the area of the old Aysky bridge. Here the tourist complex “Empire of Tourism” remains the most popular. All the noisiest parties go right here.
Karakol lakes are a kind of reserve. You can come here with excursions and explore the magnificent waterfalls and ponds that have different shades of water. If you want to diversify the rest, then you can go to the foot of Belukha Mountain. Near it is always cool, and the forest around is full of berries and mushrooms.
Chemal district attracts tourists with water parks, countless places of entertainment. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The Teletskoye Lake remains the most popular among the Altai lakes.
Rest on Lake Teletskoye in the summer of 2018, prices
Mountain Altai invites tourists to see one of the attractions of the place - Lake Teletskoye. It is believed that the guests receive from the rest here a powerful boost of energy of nature. Accommodation options near Lake Teletskogo set. In the nearby towns you can find cozy recreation centers or stop the choice on the private sector. Any of the options will be enough budget.
In June, the lake is still cold water. But lovers of the Russian bath do not stop in front of this fact and combine a thorough warming up with a dip in the purest reservoir. For this purpose, the rented houses are equipped with their own baths. The average price for recreation centers is 500-600 rubles for a summer house, equipped with amenities on the street. If the amenities are in the room, the price will rise to 1000 rubles for two. The campsites are equipped with their own parking for cars, internet, electric kettles, showers and other benefits necessary for a comfortable stay.
Tourist complexes and local hotels will ask for more money (up to 2000 rubles), but at the same time they will offer more comfortable conditions. Often, right on the territory of such complexes there are pools with heated water. Family rooms in such hotels will cost 3200-3500 rubles per day.
Lake Aya
Rest on Lake Aya has long been fond of tourists. At 9 kilometers from it is Gorno-Altaisk Airport. This lake feeds exclusively on rain and snow, since no river flows into it. The surface area of the reservoir is 9 hectares. In the deepest place to the bottom of 21 meters.
Swimming in this lake is extremely healthy because of the large amount of hydrogen sulfide in the water. The charm of the pond gives a small island right in the middle. It is called the Arbor of Love.
The water in the lake is warming well, so the swimming season can be opened as early as May. The infrastructure of the place is well developed and it is easy to find accommodation here. In summer you can go boating or catamaran.
Lakes in the Chelyabinsk region
Chelyabinsk region is able to demonstrate the richness of nature of the native land.Among the most famous lakes there are very remarkable places.
The most salty lake is Bitter. The composition of the mud at the bottom of the special minerals that form the sodium chloride composition of water. This feature explains the amazing healing properties of the mud, which people treat sore joints. Usually, they come here "savages."
Turgoyak is the cleanest lake in this area. The analysis of water from this reservoir carried out for several years has shown that it can be drunk.
Zyuratkul became the most high-altitude lake. It is very clean and cold. The reservoir is located at a height of 734 meters above sea level. In the deepest place to the bottom of 12 meters.
The largest lake is the Uvildy. Its area reaches 196 square kilometers. The shores of this lake are picturesque, which attracts tourists here. This is one of the most favorite recreation places for residents of Chelyabinsk and Sverdlovsk region. On the shores there are 78 health resorts, sanatoriums and other recreational facilities.
Another popular lake in the Chelyabinsk region is Smolino. There are several attractive beaches, including the so-called “Putin’s” beach. He was called so for the fact that V.V. Putin, passing by a dirty area with people sunbathing on it, impartially spoke about it. For one night the beach was cleared. Now he looks decent and brings a lot of joy to tourists.
Rest on the lakes combines a good ratio of low prices with comfortable conditions. In some cases, it is even impossible to feel the difference between them and the conditions offered by well-known hotel chains. As a bonus, the tourist receives guaranteed clean air, organic food and unforgettable views.
