Zaroslyak baseloop, via Mount Hoverla, Lake Nesamovyte

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 19.1 km with 1,212 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Zaroslyak base. Estimated walking time: about 7 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–4 kmClimb of 740 m to Mount Hoverla (2,061 m)
2. 4–12 kmAlong the ridge at 1,690–2,020 m, past Mount Breskul, Mount Pozhyzhevska, Mount Dantsizh, Mount Turkul
3. 12–15 kmDescent of 340 m (down to 1,356 m)
4. 15–17 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,350–1,400 m
5. 17–19 kmDescent of 120 m (down to 1,274 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 300 m (≈28%), near Mount Hoverla.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 2, 5, 7, 11, 12 and 19. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Places to stay near the start: Vorokhta.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 11 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Zaroslyak base. Most places to stay near the start are in Vorokhta. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 7 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 2, 5, 7, 11, 12 and 19. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Places to stay near the start: Vorokhta.