Sianky village — to Bilasovytsia village, via Mount Drohobytskyi Kamin, the Ruska Put Pass, Mount Pikui

At a glance

A route of 38 km with 1,666 m of ascent from Sianky village to Bilasovytsia village. Estimated walking time: about 12.5 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. 0–6 kmClimb of 800 m to Mount Pikui (1,408 m)
2. 6–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,220–1,360 m, past Mount Zelemenyi, Mount Nondah
3. 12–27 kmDescent of 320 m (down to 939 m)
4. 27–38 kmGentle ups and downs at 830–1,040 m, past Mount Pereiba, Mount Beskyd Velykyi

Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 270 m (≈26%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 4, 13, 16, 17, 19, 22, 25, 26 and 30 etc.. There are no springs between km 4 and 13 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Places to stay near the start: Volovets; near the finish: Uzhok.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–17, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 17–38, ≈6 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: Sianky village. Most places to stay near the start are in Volovets. This is a one-way route: the finish is 24 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 12.5 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 0, 4, 13, 16, 17, 19, 22, 25, 26 and 30 etc.. There are no springs between km 4 and 13 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Places to stay near the start: Volovets; near the finish: Uzhok.