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Bukove – Bukhtivets-Bystrytsia waterfall

Start: Bukove
Range: Gorgany
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15.5 kmLength
369 mAscent
534 mDescent
994 mMax. altitude
520 mMin. altitude

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Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

Where to stay nearby

Near the start · Bukove
Manyava Resort
Ivano-Frankivsk
from 4,200 UAH per night
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Sinihirska
Bohorodchany
from 5,880 UAH per night
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Bystrytcia
Bohorodchany
from 800 UAH per night
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Leleka
Bohorodchany
from 360 UAH per night
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Near the finish · Pasichna
Kafe-trattoriya Horodyshche
Nadvirna
from 500 UAH per night
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Obnova
Yaremche
from 2,480 UAH per night
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Villa Bovch
Yaremche
from 5,040 UAH per night
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Mizh Horamy
Yaremche
from 1,440 UAH per night
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NV New View
Yaremche
from 3,800 UAH per night
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About the trail

Route Bukove – Bukhtivets-Bystrytsia waterfall. Has green marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 15.5 km. Location: mountain range – Horgany, Ivano-Frankivsk region.

Attention: part of the route has not yet been marked on OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.

At a glance

A one-day route of 15.5 km with 369 m of ascent from Bukove to Bukhtivets-Bystrytsia waterfall. Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

  1. 0–2 kmClimb of 230 m (up to 927 m)
  2. 2–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 870–990 m
  3. 7–10 kmDescent of 340 m (down to 537 m)
  4. 10–16 kmGentle ups and downs at 520–580 m

Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 170 m (≈20%).

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 12. There are no springs between km 0 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.

Places to stay near the start: Bukove.

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

Start: Bukove. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
A spring near the trail: at km 12. There are no springs between km 0 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Where can I stay overnight?
Places to stay near the start: Bukove.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring (Pasichna, 2)km 14.5 from the start · Not verified · 576 m

All springs of the CarpathiansAll Carpathian huts

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Wildlife along the route

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Heatherfruit nowIn season nowHeatherCalluna vulgarisA low evergreen shrub with lilac flowers that blooms at the end of summer. It grows on acidic poor soils.
Yarrowin seasonIn season nowYarrowAchillea millefoliumWhite clusters of small flower heads and feathery leaves on every meadow — from the village to the polonyna. Blooms from June to September.
European moleEuropean moleTalpa europaeaA subterranean hunter of earthworms, indicated by mounds of soil — molehills. It does not hibernate and digs tunnels all year round.
Common buzzardCommon buzzardButeo buteoThe most numerous bird of prey in Ukraine. It circles over the polonynas and meadows with a mournful 'ki-ya' and hunts for voles.
Red squirrelRed squirrelSciurus vulgarisA common inhabitant of the Carpathian forests. Many squirrels here have dark, almost black fur with a white belly.
Common ravenCommon ravenCorvus coraxThe largest passerine bird, whose deep 'caw-caw' echoes over the polonynas and peaks of the Carpathians.

Based on naturalists’ records nearby (GBIF, iNaturalist), matched by altitude, habitat and season. Sightings are not guaranteed.

Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)

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