Skole — to Kamianka Waterfall, via Mount Lopata
Unmarked trailmore
It may be partly marked. Unmarked trails have no information boards, signposts or auxiliary signs (water, campsite, etc.). The decision to walk the trail is entirely your own responsibility.
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About the trail
Route Skole, via Mount Lopata to Kamianka Waterfall. Along the route you will see: Skole Beskydy National Nature Park, Mount Lopata, Kamianka waterfall, Lake Zhuravlyne (Dead Lake).
At a glance
A one-day route of 18 km with 981 m of ascent from Skole to Kamianka Waterfall. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 450–530 m
- 2–8 kmClimb of 670 m to Mount Lopata (1,211 m)
- 8–18 kmDescent of 660 m to Kamianka Waterfall
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 220 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0, 2, 7, 14 and 18.
Places to stay near the start and finish: Skole.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Skole. 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0, 2, 7, 14 and 18.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start and finish: Skole.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Skole, 8)km 0 from the start · 80 m off the path · Has water · 453 m
- Spring (Skole, 10)km 0.8 from the start · Not verified · 488 m
- Mineral spring “Upper Naftusia”km 1.6 from the start · Not verified · 521 m
- Spring below Mount Lopata (2)km 6.2 from the start · Not verified · 1 059 m
- Spring below Mount Lopata (3)km 6.9 from the start · 210 m off the path · Not verified · 1 159 m
- Spring (Kamianka, 2)km 12.1 from the start · Not verified · 696 m
- Spring (Kamianka, 4)km 15.5 from the start · Not verified · 567 m
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What to see on the trail
Skole Beskydy National Nature Parkaltitude 439 mSkole Beskydy is a land of rugged, majestic mountains that proudly stretch over 35 thousand hectares.
Mount Lopataaltitude 1 211 mThe mountain is located on the Zelemyanka ridge at a distance of 8 km south of the town of Skole.
Kamianka waterfallaltitude 427 m"Kamianka Waterfall or Kamianka Waterfall is the most famous waterfall located on the mountain river of the same name near the village of Dubyna,...
Lake Zhuravlyne (Dead Lake)altitude 599 mThere is one mysterious place in the Skole Beskydy National Nature Park - Zhuravlyne Lake, also called Dead Lake.Trails nearby
All trails
ModerateTwo-dayUnmarkedSkole loopvia Mount LopataElevation profile438–1 197 m17.3 kmascent 830 m≈ 6 h walking
ModerateTwo-dayUnmarkedSkole loopvia Kamianka Waterfall, Lake ZhuravlyneElevation profile394–680 m17.7 kmascent 619 m≈ 5.5 h walking
ModerateTwo-dayUnmarkedTrukhaniv village to Skolevia Mount Kliuch, Lake Zhuravlyne +1Elevation profile441–915 m18.8 kmascent 888 m≈ 6.5 h walking