Irgiz is a river in Samara and Saratov regions. Description, recreation and fishing

Everyone wants to go on vacation in the summer in a beautiful place where you can forget about your problems, worries, and just enjoy nature. Some people like to get away from everyday trouble with the help of fishing. And it's no wonder many vacationers choose as a good place to stay the river Irgiz. It is located near Samara and Saratov. Has beautiful views, rich in different species of fish. Stay in this area will remember the spectacular scenery. So everyone wants to come back.

Hydrography of the river Irgiz

Irgiz – a river which has a length of 675 km, and the Area of its basin – 24 thousand sq. km. As a rule, the river is used for irrigation of local fields. The flood is typical for March-April. Eats water flow through snow water. In the spring ice drift lasts no more than weeks. The ice on the river hold from November until the second month of spring. In some areas depth how small, that the ice covers the entire water flow to the bottom. Often dry out in summer. Overflow dam Irgiz controls the flow. In addition, there are still some dams. Is one way to supply the local channel.

The source of the river is the Common Syrt. For average speed, the channel is in some places, the loop shape. The mouth is the Volgograd reservoir (Balakovo). Irgiz – the river, which is based on two artificial pond: Sulak and Pugachev. The first has an area of 20 squares, the second – 10 km². In the pool of Irgiz, there are more than 800 small ponds and reservoirs.

Appearance hydronym

For the First time this river was referred to as the Irgiz. Hydronym is relevant to this day. Aware of the watercourse since ancient times – even with 921. The prefix in the name - “Large” occurred in the speech of Russian people. In 1727, a water body was mentioned as the Kirghiz, but this hydronym is not caught.

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Fishing

Start the season fishing is in April. Fishing in Samara region attracts many due to good conditions. By the way, this is best done on weekdays. This is due to the fact that over the weekend too many tourists. However, if you are not able to come during the working week, we should look at the wiring from Irgiz and Rawaki – at three rivers. Due to the effect of Revoke for in this place the best for fishing. At three rivers it is best to visit in the fall. The fact is that the summer vacationers are scaring away the prey.

There is a possibility to catch ASP and catfish. Irgiz – the river on which to fish best on jig baits. Fishermen wishing to top up their catch pike or perch, it is recommended to stop at the bend. In these places there are pits that are home to listed fish. Catfish to catch hard enough, the spinning - almost unreal. This is due to too heavy weight of this species – poltsentnera.

Dam

Big Irgiz – a place where you can relax and not fear for their safety. On the river a overflow dam, which is also called “Waterfall” or “Steps”. Due to the convenience of guests on it in the summer here going to a lot of tourists. In the Saratov region this is the only place where you can enjoy swimming, beautiful views, the spray of the rapids. You can also see the beautiful sight – like the machine to overcome the path passing through the dam. You can watch many videos which are filmed by Amateurs to cut their way.

How to get to the dam, being near the river? To drive with right coast and the left. In the first case, you need to follow the path near the village Perekopnoe Bow. After a certain distance, the driver and passengers can see the green coast, which is, by the way, there is no waste. Can also be reached from the village of Sulak. In this case, the travelers stumble upon a concrete slab. Here to drive up directly to the shore. You need to pay attention, that in this place on a plate «Swimming». But when someone is stopped? The children can splash around in the water: the depth was so low that in some places it is not above the ankle. But if you want to really swim you have to climb a little above the dam.

The Best fishing in the Samara region in these places! We can talk about this with 100% certainty. Indicators of this are common egrets. Note! The waterfalls at the dam quite often dry, so you need to come up to heat – in the early summer. Also those people who want to visit the dam by car, it is worth remembering that some risk, went on an exciting trip through the rapids.

Travel?

As already mentioned, you can come here by car. First you need to get to Balakovo. This can be done by keeping the path on the highway Saratov-Samara. After reaching the settlement you need to get to Joe. After the driver reaches Dry Spur, he will see a special pointer. It is necessary to turn to the right. Then drive 2 km on the paved road. On the way to meet 2bridge in view of the dam. After overcoming the second to drive in the field, there will be a fork of three roads. Need that fits the thumb (far right). It will lead to the Bank of the river Irgiz (Balakovskiy rayon). Go about 1 km. the Second way to get here is by public transport. With some frequency buses from Saratov in the following locations: Pugachev, Samara and Sochi.

Holidays on the river

The coastline is equipped beaches. Especially popular is the “wild” part that surrounds a Large Irgiz. It was there, among the birches, and aspens, often a campsite tourists live several weeks, or even months. This stunning place is perfect for fishermen, beach lovers and children. The water in the water flow quite warm. She warms up quickly, especially near the "waterfalls". Near the beaches there are special tents where you can rent different equipment. This will allow you to spend time relaxing with even greater benefits.

Flora

Although aquatic vegetation is not happy with the variety of types, but here there are many rare species of flora. For example, a small population of broad-leaved cattail. Pods, reeds and lilies – what could be better? They charm the eye and do not allow to break away from nature. If we consider the territory on the seacoast, that is to say on the forest space. Willow and aspen are common most. They are easy to see every few meters, approaching the river. Dandelion, wormwood, vetch, tansy, plantain and many other plants are pleased with their abundance in the forest area. The right Bank of the Irgiz river (Saratov region) almost overgrown. The forest stretched for 150 metres. Among the major trees - oak, poplar and aspen. Dominated by grasses that easily tolerate lack of sunlight, or like the shade.

Fauna

Irgiz – the river, in the basin where a fairly rich fauna. Often there are hares and pheasants. If you go deep into the forest, we can see foxes and wild boars. As a rule, they come to the water in places where there are no people. And without “witness” hogs like to swim in the river and messing around on the shore in the mud. On the shore there are frogs, gnats, ants, vipers and snakes, otters and, of course, mosquitoes. Among birds-storks and gulls.