Rakhiv — to Yasinia, via Mount Blyznytsia, Mount Stih, Mount Troiaska, Mount Tataruka, Chorna Tysa village

At a glance

A multi-day route of 65 km with 2,908 m of ascent from Rakhiv to Yasinia. Estimated time: 3 days of 6–8 h of walking (about 21 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–21 kmClimb of 1,380 m to Mount Mala Blyznytsia (1,566 m)
2. 21–38 kmAlong the ridge at 1,490–1,830 m, past Mount Bliznytsia, Mount Drahobrat, Mount Stih, Mount Tataruka
3. 38–44 kmDescent of 670 m (down to 1,003 m)
4. 44–65 kmGentle ups and downs at 640–1,010 m

Steepest kilometre: km 20–21, a climb of 280 m (≈27%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 4, 6, 7, 11, 12, 17, 19, 25, 26 and 27 etc.. There are no springs between km 56 and 65 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Perelisok” (km 11), Hut on Polonyna Perelisok (km 12), Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (km 42), Shepherds' hut (Chorna Tysa) (km 42), Forester's hut “Apshynets” (km 48), Forester's hut “Lisnycha” (km 48), Hut “At Semen's” (km 65). Places to stay near the start: Rakhiv; near the finish: Yasinya.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–18, ≈7 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 18–42, ≈8 h — overnight: Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (hut)
3. Day 3: km 42–65, ≈6 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 19 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Rakhiv. This is a one-way route: the finish is 25 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 time: 3 days of 6–8 h of walking (about 21 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 4, 6, 7, 11, 12, 17, 19, 25, 26 and 27 etc.. There are no springs between km 56 and 65 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Perelisok” (km 11), Hut on Polonyna Perelisok (km 12), Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (km 42), Shepherds' hut (Chorna Tysa) (km 42), Forester's hut “Apshynets” (km 48), Forester's hut “Lisnycha” (km 48), Hut “At Semen's” (km 65). Places to stay near the start: Rakhiv; near the finish: Yasinya. Possible overnight stops: Hunters' lodge at Okole pass (km 42).