Pylypets village — to Mizhhiria, via Shypit Waterfall, Mount Hemba, Mount Zhyd-Mahura

At a glance

A route of 38.1 km with 1,686 m of ascent from Pylypets village to Mizhhiria. 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. 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 640–730 m
2. 4–7 kmClimb of 760 m to Mount Gemba (1,491 m)
3. 7–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,410–1,460 m, past Mount Zhid-Magura
4. 10–22 kmDescent of 570 m (down to 884 m)
5. 22–31 kmGentle ups and downs at 880–1,200 m, past Mount Kaminna, Mount Menchul
6. 31–38 kmDescent of 800 m to Mizhhiria

Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 290 m (≈27%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 5, 10, 12, 13, 16, 18, 19, 21 and 22 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Mizhhiria) (km 36). Places to stay near the start: Pylypets; near the finish: Mizhhiria.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–17, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 17–38, ≈6 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: Pylypets village. Most places to stay near the start are in Pylypets. 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 1, 5, 10, 12, 13, 16, 18, 19, 21 and 22 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Mizhhiria) (km 36). Places to stay near the start: Pylypets; near the finish: Mizhhiria.