Mount Petros – Menchul-Kvasivskyi polonyna

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 17.1 km with 905 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Mount Petros. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–9 kmClimb of 800 m to Mount Petros (2,020 m)
2. 9–12 kmDescent of 400 m (down to 1,598 m)
3. 12–13 kmAlong the ridge at 1,570–1,600 m
4. 13–17 kmDescent of 380 m (down to 1,198 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 170 m (≈16%), near Mount Petros.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 2, 4, 6, 11 and 12. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 0). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 10 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Mount Petros. Most places to stay near the start are in Kvasy. 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 6 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 2, 4, 6, 11 and 12. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 0). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy.