Wodospad Sopotnia – Above Przełęcz Przysłop

At a glance

A route of 31.5 km with 1,619 m of ascent from Wodospad Sopotnia to Above Przełęcz Przysłop. Estimated walking time: about 10.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: yellow.

Route stages

1. 0–17 kmGentle ups and downs at 490–890 m
2. 17–25 kmClimb of 520 m to Jałowiec (1,111 m)
3. 25–31 kmDescent of 400 m to Above Przełęcz Przysłop

Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a descent of 230 m (≈23%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 8 and 21. There are no springs between km 8 and 21 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Studenckie Schronisko Turystyczne "Chatka Lasek" (km 15), Hut below Lachów Groń (km 21).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–15, ≈5 h — overnight: Studenckie Schronisko Turystyczne "Chatka Lasek" (hut)
2. Day 2: km 15–31, ≈5.5 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: Wodospad Sopotnia. This is a one-way route: the finish is 22 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 10.5 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 8 and 21. There are no springs between km 8 and 21 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Studenckie Schronisko Turystyczne "Chatka Lasek" (km 15), Hut below Lachów Groń (km 21). Possible overnight stops: Studenckie Schronisko Turystyczne "Chatka Lasek" (km 15).