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Mongolia Taimen

World's largest salmonid — 5-ft taimen on the Onon and Delger.

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Region
Mongolia
Country
Worldwide
Biome
Steppe river (800 m)
Best season
September – October
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Steppe river (800 m)
  • Best season: September – October
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

World's largest salmonid — 5-ft taimen on the Onon and Delger.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: September – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Steppe river (800 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
Steppe river (800 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Plan with verified data

Mongolia Taimen trip tools

Popular pursuits at Mongolia Taimen

  • Backpacking

    Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.

  • Hiking

    Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.

  • Canoeing

    Paddle routes, portages, and put-ins.

  • Fishing

    Resident gamefish, seasons, and the water that holds them.

Animals around Mongolia Taimen

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Last verified: 1970-01-01