Zhenets tract — to Zhenets tract (Mykulychyn village), via Zhenetskyi Huk Waterfall, Yavirnyk ridge
Unmarked trailmore
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 Zhenets tract, via Zhenetskyi Huk Waterfall and Yavirnyk ridge to Zhenets tract (Mykulychyn village). Along the route you will see: Zhenetsky Hook waterfall, Narinetskyi waterfall, Mykulychyn.
At a glance
A one-day loop route of 20.2 km with 1,404 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Zhenets tract. Estimated walking time: about 7.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmClimb of 430 m (up to 1,142 m)
- 3–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,130–1,260 m
- 7–10 kmClimb of 230 m to Mount Yavirnyk-Gorgan (1,467 m)
- 10–20 kmDescent of 810 m (down to 668 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 330 m (≈28%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0, 3, 7, 11, 15 and 17. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Mykulychyn, 2) (km 7), Cabin (Mykulychyn) (km 7). Places to stay near the start: 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: Zhenets tract. Most places to stay near the start are in Mykulychyn. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 7.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0, 3, 7, 11, 15 and 17. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Mykulychyn, 2) (km 7), Cabin (Mykulychyn) (km 7). Places to stay near the start: Mykulychyn.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Tatariv, 4)km 0.1 from the start · 70 m off the path · Not verified · 652 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 20)km 2.9 from the start · Not verified · 1 116 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 13)km 5.9 from the start · 120 m off the path · Not verified · 1 174 m
- Hut (Mykulychyn, 2)km 6 from the start · Not verified · 1 197 m
- Cabin (Mykulychyn)km 6 from the start · Not verified · 1 199 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 7)km 6.5 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 1 195 m
- Spring (Polianytsia (Bukovel), 18)km 9.7 from the start · Not verified · 1 189 m
- Spring (Tatariv)km 12.6 from the start · Not verified · 836 m
- Spring below Mount Khomiak (6)km 13.4 from the start · Dried up · 803 m
- Spring (Tatariv, 2)km 14.3 from the start · 260 m off the path · Not verified · 831 m
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What to see on the trail
Zhenetsky Hook waterfallaltitude 622 mZhenetskyi Huk is one of the most convenient Carpathian waterfalls for tourists, as it is accessible by a direct, asphalt road.
Narinetskyi waterfall, Mykulychynaltitude 622 mNarinetskyi Waterfall is a waterfall in the Ukrainian Carpathians, on the Noretskyi Stream (a left tributary of the Zhenets River).Trails nearby
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