To Mlynky shelter
Trail map
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About the trail
Route To Mlynky shelter. Has yellow marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 11.7 km. Location: mountain range - Horgany, Ivano-Frankivsk region.
At a glance
A one-day route of 11.7 km with 622 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,260–1,350 m
- 5–7 kmDescent of 270 m (down to 996 m)
- 7–8 kmClimb of 280 m (up to 1,277 m)
- 8–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,240–1,310 m
- 10–12 kmClimb of 200 m (up to 1,437 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 7–8, a climb of 240 m (≈24%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 10. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Parenky (km 2).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 10. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Parenky (km 2).
Water and shelter on the route
- Hut below Mount Parenkykm 2 from the start · Standing · 1 333 m
- Spring below Mount Parenky (2)km 9.9 from the start · Not verified · 1 267 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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