Keiva from the Krasnaya Polyana holiday base: a wooded climb to the cascade: hiking in Krasnodar Krai
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Keiva from the Krasnaya Polyana holiday base: a wooded climb to the cascade

Distance
2.4 km
Time
1 h 31 min
Elevation gain
422 m
Difficulty
Moderate
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Route description

Keiva sits in a wooded fold above Krasnaya Polyana, its falling water turning the sound of the cascade into the focus of the walk. This approach climbs from the Krasnaya Polyana holiday base through a slope of roots and small bends. Pause near the final part of the path, keeping clear of wet stones while studying the flow. The national park describes Keiva as retaining water even in dry weather, making it an appealing destination outside the flood season too. Return along the familiar approach and save the high mountain lakes for another outing.

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Improved surface 86% · Asphalt 4%

Surface is defined for 90% of the route.

Improved surface 86% · 2.05 km
Asphalt 4% · 0.10 km

Before you go

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Route at a glance

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Keiva offers a real woodland waterfall close to the village. Falling water, damp rock and its forest setting give this short outing a clear and memorable destination.
Length
2.4 km
Elevation gain
422 m
Surface
Improved surface 86%
Keiva from the Krasnaya Polyana holiday base: a wooded climb to the cascade: route photo 3 in Krasnodar Krai

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
The lower start can be approached on foot from Krasnaya Polyana. Children need help on wet stones and roots. Hunting dog breeds are prohibited in the national park, which strongly discourages other pets too. Check permission to cross the holiday base in advance. Coverage throughout is unconfirmed.

Nearby

Khmelevsky Lakes lie higher on the Achishkho massif and are excluded. The lower approach from Katerina Alpik is a separate version. The holiday base has its own facilities and visitor rules; unrestricted sightseeing across the complex is unconfirmed.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
Travel to Krasnaya Polyana village and add a separate walking approach to the start beside the Krasnaya Polyana holiday base. A specific current departure directly to this start is unconfirmed. Other described approaches to the waterfall begin in another part of the village.
By car
Arrange the driving stage in Krasnaya Polyana. Unrestricted passage through the holiday base and vehicle access directly to the waterfall are unconfirmed; plan the ascent on foot. Vehicles in the national park must remain on permitted roads.
Parking
A specific visitor car park at this start is unconfirmed. Ask the holiday base where leaving a car and beginning the walk are permitted before travelling.

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What to expect

Places
Keiva Waterfall A wooded cascade above Krasnaya Polyana, described by the national park as retaining water even during dry weather.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 422 м.
SurfaceImproved surface 86%, Asphalt 4%.
Риски Woodland roots and stones become slippery after rain. Keep back from edges near the cascade and avoid climbing wet rock for photographs. Postpone the outing during heavy rainfall or rapidly rising water. Check lower access and the path’s condition beforehand.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 1 h 31 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Allow roughly one to one and a half hours uphill from this lower start, around an hour back and separate time beside the waterfall. Set aside approximately two to three hours for the return walk, adding the approach from your accommodation. Starting at Katerina Alpik requires a separate calculation.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
A dry, snow-free day is preferable. Autumn foliage and water are appealing, but wet leaves reduce grip. In winter, a flowing waterfall does not establish a safe approach: check ice and fresh snow. Heavy rainfall calls for another day.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Grippy footwear for roots and stones.
Water, light snack and rubbish bag.
Rain protection and warm layer.
National park permit, lower-approach map and charged phone.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Travel to Krasnaya Polyana village and add a separate walking approach to the start beside the Krasnaya Polyana holiday base. A specific current departure directly to this start is unconfirmed. Other described approaches to the waterfall begin in another part of the village

Is this route suitable for children?

Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 2.4 km, moderate.

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