Kamianka tract – Enchanted Valley
Trail map
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Kamianka tract – Enchanted Valley. Has blue marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: National Nature Park "Zacharovany Krai". The length of the route is 6.8 km. Location: mountain range – Volcanic Ridge, Zakarpattia region.
At a glance
A short route of 6.8 km with 406 m of ascent from Kamianka tract to Enchanted Valley. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 360–430 m
- 2–4 kmClimb of 250 m (up to 677 m)
- 4–5.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 670–760 m
- 5.5–7 kmDescent of 110 m to Enchanted Valley
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 7.
Places to stay near the start: Irshava.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Kamianka tract. Most places to stay near the start are in Irshava. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 7.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Irshava.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Pidhirne)km 6.8 from the start · Not verified · 649 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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