Zhupanovsky Volcano
Updated: May 13, 2025 06:06 GMT -
Compound volcano
Kamchatka, Russia, 53.59°N / 159.15°E 
Summit height: 2958 m / 9,705 ft
Current status: normal or dormant (1 out of 5)
Last update: 16 Dec 2021
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Zhupanovsky volcano eruptions: 2014-2017, 2013, 1959
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Background
The Zhupanovsky volcanic massif consists of four overlapping stratovolcanoes along a WNW-trending ridge. The elongated volcanic complex was constructed within a Pliocene-early Pleistocene caldera whose rim is exposed only on the eastern side. Three of the stratovolcanoes were built during the Pleistocene, the fourth is Holocene in age and was the source of all of Zhupanovsky's historical eruptions. An early Holocene stage of frequent moderate and weak eruptions from 7000 to 5000 years before present (BP) was succeeded by a period of infrequent larger eruptions that produced pyroclastic flows. The last major eruption of Zhupanovsky took place about 800-900 years BP. Historical eruptions have consisted of relatively minor explosions from the third cone.---
Smithsonian / GVP volcano information
Zhupanovsky Volcano Photos
We pass snow-covered Zhupanovsky volcano as we fly southwards. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)
17 Sep: helicopter excursion to Uzon caldera and Valley of Geysers. On our way, we pass erupting Zhupanovsky volcano which had a phreatic explosive eruption an hour earli...
View back to Zhupanovsky volcano from the north. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)
Zhupanovsky rises almost 3000 m from the plain. (Photo: Tom Pfeiffer)
Significant volcanic eruptions: Zhupanovsky volcano
In the past 10,000 years, Zhupanovsky has had at least 16 confirmed volcanic eruptions, out of which 11 are documented by historical records, while the others can be inferred from geological evidence.
The table below lists all known eruptions (date in bold face) of Zhupanovsky volcano in historic times and during the past 10,000 years. Updates on the most recent volcanic activity of Zhupanovsky can be found on the news page of Zhupanovsky volcano.
| Date | Note | VEI | Deaths | Damage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priemysh Crater Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
| Priemysh Crater Historical obs./docs. | ? | ||||
| Priemysh Crater Historical obs./docs. | 3 | ||||
| Summit crater Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
| Middle crater, east crater Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
Historical obs./docs. | 2 | ||||
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Remark:
Our list of volcanic eruptions closely follows the database of eruptions of the Smithsonian's Global Volcanism Project (GVP), the internationally most recognized data source for volcanic eruptions, but also includes significant eruptive episodes or related volcano events. "Volcanic eruptions" are usually to be understood as sequences of individual eruptive episodes that can follow each other, or even overlap (if several vents are involved), and can last many years, decades or even longer. For example, the current activity of Stromboli volcano is understood as a single eruption that has been ongoing since 1934.
Sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), Global Significant Volcanic Eruptions Database. doi:10.7289/V5TD9V7K | Global Volcanism Project / Smithsonian Institution
Zhupanovsky Volcano FAQ
+When was the last eruption of Zhupanovsky volcano?
The last confirmed eruption of Zhupanovsky occurred in 2016.
+How often does Zhupanovsky volcano erupt?
Since 1776, Zhupanovsky volcano has had at least 11 historically documented eruptions. This means that it erupts on average every 22.6 years.
+How active is Zhupanovsky volcano at present?
Zhupanovsky volcano is infrequently active: Since 1900, it has had 10 eruptions, and been active during 10 years out of 126 as of now. This means, Zhupanovsky has been in eruption one in 12.6 years on average. The last eruption was in 2016 and ended 8 years ago.
+When was the largest eruption of Zhupanovsky volcano?
The largest eruption of Zhupanovsky volcano in historic times occurred during 2014 - 2015. It ranks as a "vulcanian" eruption with a magnitude 3 on the VEI (Volcanic Explosivity Index) scale.
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Zhupanovsky Volcano Maps
Below is a selection of maps showing the location and surroundings of the volcano at various resolutions based on aerial-imagery / terrain maps. Feel free to use them for non-commercial purposes on your blog or website as long as you credit them with a link back to this page (click to copy it).
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Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (region scale large)
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Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (region scale medium)
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Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (region scale small)
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Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (local scale large)
Satellite/aerial-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (local scale medium)
Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (local scale medium)
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Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (local scale small)
Satellite/aerial-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of 10s of km)
Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of 10s of km)
Satellite/aerial-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of 20-40 km)
Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of 20-40 km)
Satellite/aerial-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of approx. 10-20 km)
Terrain-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of approx. 10-20 km)
Satellite/aerial-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of 5-10 km)
Satellite/aerial-type map of Zhupanovsky volcano (scale of few kilometers)
