Lazeshchyna – Mount Hoverla

At a glance

A one-day route of 16.5 km with 350 m of ascent and 1,442 m of descent from Mount Hoverla to Lazeshchyna. Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.

Route stages

1. 0–7 kmDescent of 910 m to Mountain shelter “Kozmeshchyk”
2. 7–17 kmGentle ups and downs at 710–900 m

Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a descent of 250 m (≈25%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 10. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 0), Hut on Polonyna Hropa (2) (km 3), Mountain shelter “Kozmeshchyk” (km 7), Mountain shelter “Kozmishchyk” (km 12). Places to stay near the start and finish: Lazeshchyna.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 2 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Mount Hoverla. Most places to stay near the start are in Lazeshchyna. This is a one-way route: the finish is 14 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 4.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 10. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 0), Hut on Polonyna Hropa (2) (km 3), Mountain shelter “Kozmeshchyk” (km 7), Mountain shelter “Kozmishchyk” (km 12). Places to stay near the start and finish: Lazeshchyna.