Kvasy village — to Yasinia, via Mount Petros

At a glance

A route of 29.2 km with 1,600 m of ascent from Kvasy village to Yasinia. Estimated walking time: about 10 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. 0–17 kmClimb of 1,480 m to Mount Petros (2,020 m)
2. 17–29 kmDescent of 1,350 m to Yasinia

Steepest kilometre: km 25–26, a descent of 200 m (≈19%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14 and 21 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 8), Hut on Polonyna Shysa (km 24). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy; near the finish: Yasinya.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–12, ≈5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 12–29, ≈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 10 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 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 10 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, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14 and 21 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 8), Hut on Polonyna Shysa (km 24). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy; near the finish: Yasinya.