Kvasy village — to Yasinia, via Mount Petros

At a glance

A one-day route of 25.4 km with 1,584 m of ascent from Kvasy village to Yasinia. Estimated walking time: about 9 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 560–610 m
2. 2–15 kmClimb of 1,360 m to Mount Petros (2,020 m)
3. 15–25 kmDescent of 1,360 m to Yasinia

Steepest kilometre: km 22–23, a descent of 220 m (≈22%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 18 and 21. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 7), Hut on Polonyna Shysa (km 21). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy; near the finish: Yasinya.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 8 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 9 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 9 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 18 and 21. 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 7), Hut on Polonyna Shysa (km 21). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy; near the finish: Yasinya.