Skoleloop, via Mount Parashka, Hurkalo Waterfall, Korchyn village

At a glance

A loop route of 38.1 km with 1,304 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Skole. Estimated walking time: about 11.5 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. 0–7 kmClimb of 700 m (up to 1,123 m)
2. 7–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,120–1,240 m, past Mount Obroslyi Verkh, Mount Zelena, Mount Tymkiv Verkh
3. 12–17 kmDescent of 700 m (down to 537 m)
4. 17–38 kmGentle ups and downs at 390–540 m

Steepest kilometre: km 16–17, a descent of 250 m (≈22%), near Mount Dil.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 4, 7, 9, 23, 25 and 34. There are no springs between km 10 and 23 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Skole) (km 1), Mountain shelter below Mount Parashka (km 11). Places to stay near the start and finish: Skole.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–11, ≈4.5 h — overnight: Mountain shelter below Mount Parashka (hut)
2. Day 2: km 11–38, ≈7 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: Skole. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 11.5 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 0, 4, 7, 9, 23, 25 and 34. There are no springs between km 10 and 23 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Skole) (km 1), Mountain shelter below Mount Parashka (km 11). Places to stay near the start and finish: Skole. Possible overnight stops: Mountain shelter below Mount Parashka (km 11).