Perkalaba – Mount Tomnatyk

At a glance

A short route of 8.7 km with 366 m of ascent and 939 m of descent from Mount Tomnatyk to Perkalaba. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–3.5 kmDescent of 460 m (down to 1,062 m)
2. 3.5–8.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 950–1,070 m

Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a descent of 190 m (≈19%).

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 8.5 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Mount Tomnatyk. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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 3 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 8.5 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.