Youth Camp – Suchá hora
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Youth Camp – Suchá hora. Has blue marking (regional route №2602, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2602. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 5.1 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.1 km with 429 m of ascent from Youth Camp to Suchá hora. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmClimb of 420 m to Suchá hora (879 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 140 m (≈14%).
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: Youth Camp. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 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 2 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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