Okole – Mount Troiaska

At a glance

A short route of 6.7 km with 380 m of ascent and 859 m of descent from Okole to Mount Troiaska. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–0.5 kmDescent of 100 m (down to 1,563 m)
2. 0.5–2 kmClimb of 110 m to Mount Tataruka (1,707 m)
3. 2–3 kmAlong the ridge at 1,620–1,680 m
4. 3–5.5 kmDescent of 410 m (down to 1,217 m)
5. 5.5–6.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,190–1,220 m

Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a descent of 270 m (≈27%), near Hut on Polonyna Ripta Apshynetska.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2.5, 4, 5 and 6.5. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Ripta Apshynetska (km 4), Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (km 6.5), Shepherds' hut (Chorna Tysa) (km 6.5).

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 3 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Okole. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 2.5, 4, 5 and 6.5. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Ripta Apshynetska (km 4), Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (km 6.5), Shepherds' hut (Chorna Tysa) (km 6.5).