Nyzhnii Yalovets village — to Shypit village, via Mount Yarovytsia

At a glance

A one-day route of 24.7 km with 1,153 m of ascent from Nyzhnii Yalovets village to Shypit village. Estimated walking time: about 8 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–5 kmClimb of 550 m (up to 1,491 m)
2. 5–14 kmAlong the ridge at 1,390–1,560 m, past Mount Yarovytsia, Mount Tomnatyk
3. 14–19 kmDescent of 430 m (down to 989 m)
4. 19–25 kmGentle ups and downs at 860–990 m

Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 200 m (≈20%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 7, 10, 12 and 16. There are no springs between km 16 and 25 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Malyi Temnatyk (km 8), Border guards' hut on Mount Tomnatyk (km 10), Shepherds' hut below Mount Tomnatyk (km 11). Places to stay near the finish: Shepit.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed. About 3 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Nyzhnii Yalovets village. This is a one-way route: the finish is 14 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 8 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 7, 10, 12 and 16. There are no springs between km 16 and 25 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Malyi Temnatyk (km 8), Border guards' hut on Mount Tomnatyk (km 10), Shepherds' hut below Mount Tomnatyk (km 11). Places to stay near the finish: Shepit.