The park was designed with a 'minimal intervention' approach, focusing on wooden decking to prevent soil compaction in the forest.
The forest composition includes a mix of birch, pine, and spruce trees that are native to the Moscow region.
The project won an architectural award for best park design in the Moscow region upon its renovation.
The site was formerly an unorganized woodland area before its transformation into a structured ecological park.
Gubaylovskiy Ekopark is a forested recreational area in Krasnogorsk designed to preserve the natural woodland landscape while providing pedestrian infrastructure. The park features a network of wooden boardwalks that elevate visitors above the forest floor to protect the local soil and vegetation. It includes dedicated zones for active leisure, such as workout areas and playgrounds, interspersed with quiet zones. The park integrates lighting throughout its trails to allow for evening use. Its layout maintains a balance between manicured recreational sections and wilder, dense forest terrain. Several observation points are integrated into the boardwalk system to view the diverse tree species present. The park functions as a green buffer for the surrounding residential urban environment.
The raised wooden walkway sections during golden hour when light filters through the birch canopy.
Bring insect repellent during the summer months due to the high density of forest vegetation.
Stick to the marked wooden boardwalks and paved trails to minimize your ecological impact on the forest floor.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes, as the paths can be uneven off the main boardwalks.
Do not wander into unmarked thickets, as the forest contains high-density areas that are easy to lose orientation in.
No open fires or barbecues allowed; keep pets on a leash and clean up after them; dispose of trash in provided bins.
