Zaroslyak baseloop, via Lake Nesamovyte, Mount Hoverla

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 17.6 km with 1,334 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Zaroslyak base. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,270–1,400 m
2. 4–8 kmClimb of 530 m to Mount Turkul (1,933 m)
3. 8–14 kmAlong the ridge at 1,710–2,020 m, past Mount Dantsizh, Mount Pozhyzhevska, Mount Breskul, Mount Hoverla
4. 14–18 kmDescent of 750 m (down to 1,267 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 15–16, a descent of 400 m (≈39%), near Mount Hoverla.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 6, 11, 12, 14, 16 and 17. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 14). Places to stay near the start: Vorokhta.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 11 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Zaroslyak base. Most places to stay near the start are in Vorokhta. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

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 0, 6, 11, 12, 14, 16 and 17. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 14). Places to stay near the start: Vorokhta.