Tatariv village — to Zhenets tract (Mykulychyn village), via Mount Khomiak, Zhenetskyi Huk Waterfall

At a glance

A one-day route of 18.4 km with 1,228 m of ascent from Tatariv village to Zhenets tract (Mykulychyn village). Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–7 kmClimb of 740 m to Mount Khomiak (1,542 m)
2. 7–11 kmDescent of 670 m (down to 830 m)
3. 11–13 kmGentle ups and downs at 810–890 m
4. 13–18 kmDescent of 200 m to Zhenets tract (Mykulychyn village)

Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 280 m (≈24%), near Polonyna Khomyakov.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 3, 5, 8, 11, 14 and 18. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (3) (km 8), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 8), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (2) (km 8), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 8). Places to stay near the start: Yablunytsia; near the finish: Mykulychyn.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Tatariv village. Most places to stay near the start are in Yablunytsia. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 6.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 3, 5, 8, 11, 14 and 18. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (3) (km 8), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 8), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (2) (km 8), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 8). Places to stay near the start: Yablunytsia; near the finish: Mykulychyn.