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

At a glance

A route of 37.1 km with 1,997 m of ascent from Bilasovytsia village to Uzhok 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. 0–8 kmClimb of 780 m to Mount Pikui (1,408 m)
2. 8–18 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,180–1,410 m, past Mount Zelemenyi, Mount Nondah, Mount Hostryi Verkh
3. 18–23 kmDescent of 190 m (down to 1,140 m)
4. 23–28 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,130–1,230 m, past Mount Starostyna
5. 28–37 kmDescent of 610 m to Uzhok village

Steepest kilometre: km 7–8, a climb of 310 m (≈27%), near Mount Pikui.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 26, 29 and 31. There are no springs between km 2 and 17 — carry at least 3 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, ≈6.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 17–37, ≈6.5 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: Bilasovytsia village. Most places to stay near the start are in Volovets. This is a one-way route: the finish is 22 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 2, 17, 19, 20, 23, 25, 26, 29 and 31. There are no springs between km 2 and 17 — carry at least 3 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.