Zhynets tract — road to Bukovel, via Khomiakiv polonyna

At a glance

A one-day route of 7.7 km with 846 m of ascent from Zhynets tract to road to Bukovel. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

1. 0–2 kmClimb of 490 m to Mount Khomiak (1,542 m)
2. 2–2.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,280–1,370 m
3. 2.5–7.5 kmDescent of 580 m to road to Bukovel

Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 290 m (≈29%), near Polonyna Khomyakov.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2.5, 4, 5.5 and 7.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 2), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 2), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (3) (km 2), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (2) (km 2). Places to stay near the start: Mykulychyn; near the finish: 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: Zhynets tract. Most places to stay near the start are in Mykulychyn. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 2.5, 4, 5.5 and 7.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 2), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (km 2), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (3) (km 2), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Khomiakiv (2) (km 2). Places to stay near the start: Mykulychyn; near the finish: Polianytsia (Bukovel).