Dilove village — to Shchavora polonyna, via Yalynskyi Waterfall

At a glance

A one-day route of 16.3 km with 1,412 m of ascent from Dilove village to Shchavora polonyna. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 380–500 m
2. 5–9 kmClimb of 640 m (up to 1,131 m)
3. 9–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,100–1,150 m
4. 14–16 kmClimb of 250 m to Hut on Polonyna Shchevora

Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a climb of 240 m (≈21%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 14 and 16. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Cabin (Dilove) (km 4), Hut on Polonyna Shchevora (km 16). Places to stay near the start and finish: Rakhiv.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Dilove village. Most places to stay near the start are in Rakhiv. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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 6.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 14 and 16. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Cabin (Dilove) (km 4), Hut on Polonyna Shchevora (km 16). Places to stay near the start and finish: Rakhiv.