Chorna Tysa village — to Kvasy village, via Mount Dohiaska, Mount Velykyi Kotel, Mount Blyznytsia

At a glance

A route of 36.8 km with 2,208 m of ascent from Chorna Tysa village to Kvasy village. Estimated walking time: about 13 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 750 m to Hut on Polonyna Menchul
2. 8–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,370–1,500 m
3. 11–13 kmClimb of 320 m (up to 1,703 m)
4. 13–25 kmAlong the ridge at 1,410–1,750 m, past Mount Dogyaska, Mount Velykyi Kotel, Mount Stih
5. 25–28 kmClimb of 420 m to Mount Bliznytsia (1,883 m)
6. 28–37 kmDescent of 1,290 m to Kvasy village

Steepest kilometre: km 33–34, a descent of 310 m (≈30%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17 and 19 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Menchul (km 7), Hut on Polonyna Tatul (km 9). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya; near the finish: Kvasy.

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: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 17 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Chorna Tysa village. Most places to stay near the start are in Yasinya. This is a one-way route: the finish is 17 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 13 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, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17 and 19 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Menchul (km 7), Hut on Polonyna Tatul (km 9). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya; near the finish: Kvasy.