Myslivka village — to Osmoloda village, via Mount Velykyi Pustushak, Nimetska polonyna, Mount Horhan Ilemskyi

At a glance

A route of 35 km with 1,503 m of ascent from Myslivka village to Osmoloda village. Estimated walking time: about 11.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–5 kmClimb of 630 m (up to 1,282 m)
2. 5–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,160–1,400 m, past Mount Velykyi Pustoshak
3. 9–13 kmClimb of 390 m to Mount Gorgan-Ilemsky (1,587 m)
4. 13–15 kmDescent of 330 m (down to 1,225 m)
5. 15–27 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,190–1,270 m
6. 27–35 kmDescent of 440 m to Osmoloda village

Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 260 m (≈23%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 9, 12, 15, 17, 19, 23, 28, 30 and 32. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Forester's hut by the Mshana river on the way to Lake Rosokhan (km 29). Places to stay near the start: Myslivka; near the finish: Osmoloda.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–14, ≈5.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 14–35, ≈5.5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Myslivka village. Most places to stay near the start are in Myslivka. This is a one-way route: the finish is 19 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 11.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 9, 12, 15, 17, 19, 23, 28, 30 and 32. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Forester's hut by the Mshana river on the way to Lake Rosokhan (km 29). Places to stay near the start: Myslivka; near the finish: Osmoloda.