Bystrytsia village — to Yasinia, via Mount Bratkivska, Okole Pass, the Svydovets ridge, the Apshynets ridge, Dragobrat

At a glance

A multi-day route of 54.1 km with 2,207 m of ascent from Bystrytsia village to Yasinia. Estimated time: 2 days of 8–9 h of walking (about 17 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–16 kmClimb of 1,090 m to Mount Bratkivska (1,788 m)
2. 16–21 kmDescent of 560 m to Shepherds' hut
3. 21–26 kmClimb of 470 m to Mount Tataruka (1,707 m)
4. 26–36 kmAlong the ridge at 1,580–1,740 m, past Mount Trojaska, Mount Velykyi Kotel
5. 36–46 kmDescent of 900 m (down to 757 m)
6. 46–54 kmGentle ups and downs at 660–760 m

Steepest kilometre: km 16–18, a descent of 320 m (≈30%), near Mount Bratkivska.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 6, 11, 12, 18, 20, 21, 23, 24 and 26 etc.. There are no springs between km 45 and 54 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Vovkany (km 6), Hut on Polonyna Bratkivska (km 12), Shepherds' hut (Chorna Tysa) (km 21), Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (km 21), Hut on Polonyna Ripta Apshynetska (km 24), Mountain shelter “Drahobrat” (km 39), Hut “At Semen's” (km 53). Places to stay near the finish: Yasinya.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–24, ≈8.5 h — overnight: Hut on Polonyna Ripta Apshynetska (hut)
2. Day 2: km 24–54, ≈8.5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 17 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Bystrytsia village. This is a one-way route: the finish is 24 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 time: 2 days of 8–9 h of walking (about 17 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 6, 11, 12, 18, 20, 21, 23, 24 and 26 etc.. There are no springs between km 45 and 54 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Vovkany (km 6), Hut on Polonyna Bratkivska (km 12), Shepherds' hut (Chorna Tysa) (km 21), Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (km 21), Hut on Polonyna Ripta Apshynetska (km 24), Mountain shelter “Drahobrat” (km 39), Hut “At Semen's” (km 53). Places to stay near the finish: Yasinya. Possible overnight stops: Hut on Polonyna Ripta Apshynetska (km 24).