Krasnyk village — to Zelene village, via the Krynta–Skupova ridge

At a glance

A one-day route of 23.1 km with 960 m of ascent from Krasnyk village to Zelene village. Estimated walking time: about 7.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–3 kmClimb of 430 m (up to 1,122 m)
2. 3–16 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,120–1,390 m
3. 16–23 kmDescent of 610 m to Zelene village

Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 210 m (≈19%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 14, 15 and 21. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Pokonechna (km 5), Hut “Polonynska Vatra” (km 6), Hut “Polonynska Vatra” (2) (km 9), Hut at Roztitska (km 13), Hut below Mount Roztitska (km 14), Hut “Strimkyi Hrun” (km 15). Places to stay near the start: Verkhovyna.

When to go

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

Getting there

Start: Krasnyk village. Most places to stay near the start are in Verkhovyna. This is a one-way route: the finish is 10 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 7.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 14, 15 and 21. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Pokonechna (km 5), Hut “Polonynska Vatra” (km 6), Hut “Polonynska Vatra” (2) (km 9), Hut at Roztitska (km 13), Hut below Mount Roztitska (km 14), Hut “Strimkyi Hrun” (km 15). Places to stay near the start: Verkhovyna.