Lumshory village — to Zhdeniievo village, via Runa polonyna, Preluka tract, Mount Ostra Hora, Zbyny village

At a glance

A route of 30 km with 1,519 m of ascent from Lumshory village to Zhdeniievo village. Estimated walking time: about 10 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. 0–10 kmClimb of 930 m to Mount Rivna (1,480 m)
2. 10–14 kmDescent of 470 m (down to 923 m)
3. 14–16 kmClimb of 320 m (up to 1,247 m)
4. 16–23 kmDescent of 680 m (down to 570 m)
5. 23–30 kmGentle ups and downs at 390–580 m

Steepest kilometre: km 17–18, a descent of 250 m (≈25%).

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 6. There are no springs between km 6 and 30 — carry at least 4 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut at Lake Komsomolske (km 4). Places to stay near the start: Lumshory; near the finish: Zhdenievo.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–13, ≈5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 13–30, ≈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: Lumshory village. Most places to stay near the start are in Lumshory. This is a one-way route: the finish is 20 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 10 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.

Is there water on the route?

A spring near the trail: at km 6. There are no springs between km 6 and 30 — carry at least 4 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut at Lake Komsomolske (km 4). Places to stay near the start: Lumshory; near the finish: Zhdenievo.