Skawica – Kucałowa Pass
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About the trail
Route Skawica – Kucałowa Pass. Has blue marking (regional route, PTTK Sucha Beskidzka). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK Sucha Beskidzka. Length of the route — 7.1 km. Location: mountain massif — Babia Góra, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 7.1 km with 692 m of ascent from Skawica to Kucałowa Pass. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–7 kmClimb of 680 m to Hala Krupowa
Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a climb of 210 m (≈21%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 6.5.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Krupowa Hut (km 7).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Skawica. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
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 6.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Krupowa Hut (km 7).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Okrąglicakm 6.7 from the start · Not verified · 1 115 m
- Hala Krupowa Hutkm 7.1 from the start · 270 m off the path · Standing · 1 152 m
- Spring below Kocia Łapakm 7.1 from the start · 240 m off the path · Not verified · 1 131 m
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