Sokol, Forester's Lodge – Glacká Road
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Sokol, Forester's Lodge – Glacká Road. Has yellow marking (regional route №8772, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8772. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.7 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Paradise, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.7 km with 3 m of ascent and 300 m of descent from Sokol, Forester's Lodge to Glacká Road. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 860–900 m
- 1–3 kmDescent of 180 m (down to 683 m)
- 3–5.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 610–690 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a descent of 130 m (≈13%), near Veľký Sokol Gorge and its waterfalls.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Sokol, Forester's Lodge. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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