Tatariv villageloop, via Mount Khomiak
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It may be partly marked. Unmarked trails have no information boards, signposts or auxiliary signs (water, campsite, etc.). The decision to walk the trail is entirely your own responsibility.
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About the trail
Route Tatariv village – Mount Khomiak – Tatariv village. Along the route you will see: Mount Khomiak, Polonyna Khomyakov.
At a glance
A one-day loop route of 10.2 km with 699 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Tatariv village. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmClimb of 610 m to Mount Khomiak (1,542 m)
- 5–10 kmDescent of 630 m (down to 787 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a descent of 210 m (≈20%), near Mount Khomiak.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 2, 4, 5 and 10.
Places to stay near the start: Polianytsia (Bukovel).
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 Polianytsia (Bukovel). This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 2, 4, 5 and 10.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Polianytsia (Bukovel).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Mount Khomiak (10)km 1.8 from the start · Not verified · 978 m
- Spring below Mount Khomiak (7)km 3.5 from the start · Not verified · 1 184 m
- Spring on Polonyna Khomiakiv (3)km 5.1 from the start · 200 m off the path · Not verified · 1 335 m
- Spring below Mount Khomiak (8)km 9.1 from the start · Not verified · 879 m
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What to see on the trail
Mount Khomiakaltitude 1 542 mKhomyak is a 1542-meter-high peak of the Gorgan mountain range. Rumor has it that the mountain was named so because its shape resembles the back of...
Polonyna Khomyakovaltitude 1 525 mA large sloping meadow on the northern slopes of the Sinyaka-Homiak ridge. From here, there are trails to the valley of the Zhenets stream (a long...Trails nearby
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