Kvasy village — to Zaroslyak base, via Mount Petros, Mount Hoverla

At a glance

A route of 25.4 km with 2,642 m of ascent from Kvasy village to Zaroslyak base. Estimated walking time: about 11 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

1. 0–14 kmClimb of 1,420 m to Mount Petros (2,020 m)
2. 14–16 kmDescent of 440 m (down to 1,535 m)
3. 16–18 kmAlong the ridge at 1,510–1,560 m
4. 18–22 kmClimb of 500 m to Mount Hoverla (2,061 m)
5. 22–25 kmDescent of 730 m to Zaroslyak base

Steepest kilometre: km 14–15, a descent of 430 m (≈41%), near Mount Petros.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12 and 16 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 6), Hut (Luhy) (km 18), Eco point “Peremychka” (hut) (km 19), “Carpathian Highlands” information and tourist centre (shelter) (km 19), Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 22). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy; near the finish: Vorokhta.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–12, ≈5.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 12–25, ≈5.5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 15 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Kvasy village. Most places to stay near the start are in Kvasy. This is a one-way route: the finish is 19 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 11 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 0, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12 and 16 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 6), Hut (Luhy) (km 18), Eco point “Peremychka” (hut) (km 19), “Carpathian Highlands” information and tourist centre (shelter) (km 19), Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 22). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy; near the finish: Vorokhta.