Korchyn village — to Krushelnytsia village, via Hurkalo Waterfall, Mount Parashka
Unmarked trailmore
It may be partly marked. Unmarked trails have no information boards, signposts or auxiliary signs (water, campsite, etc.). The decision to walk the trail is entirely your own responsibility.
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About the trail
Route Korchyn village, via Hurkalo Waterfall and Mount Parashka to Krushelnytsia village. Along the route you will see: Gurkalo waterfall, Mount Parashka, Krushelnytskyi waterfall.
At a glance
A route of 39.2 km with 1,286 m of ascent from Korchyn village to Krushelnytsia village. Estimated walking time: about 12 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 390–560 m
- 8–13 kmClimb of 680 m to Mount Parashka (1,268 m)
- 13–18 kmDescent of 590 m (down to 640 m)
- 18–39 kmGentle ups and downs at 400–650 m
Steepest kilometre: km 17–18, a descent of 290 m (≈27%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 15. There are no springs between km 15 and 39 — carry at least 3.5 l of water.
Places to stay near the start: Skole.
A possible split into days:
- Day 1: km 0–16, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
- Day 2: km 16–39, ≈6 h — finish
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Korchyn village. Most places to stay near the start are in Skole. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 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 12 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 15. There are no springs between km 15 and 39 — carry at least 3.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Skole.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Korchyn)km 1.3 from the start · Not verified · 422 m
- Spring below Mount Parashkakm 13.3 from the start · 300 m off the path · Not verified · 1 036 m
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What to see on the trail
Gurkalo waterfallaltitude 398 mGurkal, located on the Velyka Richka River, has a very eloquent name! You can't argue with it, especially when the snow begins to melt in the...
Mount Parashkaaltitude 1 268 mParashka (also known as Paraska) is the highest mountain of the eponymous ridge located in the Skole Beskydy.
Krushelnytskyi waterfallaltitude 425 mThe real decoration of the mighty Carpathian Mountains is its numerous picturesque waterfalls.Trails nearby
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