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Forest circuit north of Yalta Plateau and crossing via Kemal-Egerek

Distance
96.4 km
Estimated moving time
1 d 10 h
Elevation gain
—
Difficulty
Hard
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Route description

This extended multiday journey begins in the forests north of Yalta Plateau. It first reaches Plaksina Glade and the Nauchny side, makes a large northwestern woodland circuit with repeated passages, then returns east and climbs through Basman towards Kemal-Egerek. The mountain section continues via Lapata towards Mitis-Bogaz and finishes on the western pass side. It combines a woodland circuit with an exposed plateau crossing. Ai-Petri’s summit is outside this version. The historic WB1 label in the original title does not define this extended variation. Agree protected-section passage, permitted overnight locations and connections between every part with the relevant agencies before planning the outing.

Route status

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The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Route data was imported from GPX and has not been field-verified.

Last updated 12.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Compacted dirt 7% · Asphalt 4% · Gravel 2% · Unknown 87%

Surface data covers 12.4 km of 96.4 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Compacted dirt 7% · 6.30 km
Asphalt 4% · 3.45 km
Gravel 2% · 1.52 km
Dirt / grass 1% · 1.01 km
Improved surface 1% · 0.13 km
Unknown 87% · 84.0 km

Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Connect an actual woodland glade, Kemal-Egerek and Lapata summits and two distinct passes in a substantial walk. Woodland returns and the exposed mountain section provide different natural experiences.
Length
96.4 km
Elevation gain
3697 m
Surface
Compacted dirt 7%

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
For a prepared walking group after agreeing the entire path and multiday plan. Protected sections permit only established routes; dogs are prohibited and overnight locations require separate agreement.

Nearby

Ai-Petri, Taraktash Trail, Uchan-Su and show caves are outside this walk. Historical WB1 and WB2 descriptions concern another network and do not establish visits to Bakla, palaces or cave towns in this variation. Visiting Nauchny’s observatory and using woodland shelters require separate agreement. The spring named Kemal-Egerek is distinct from the summit and does not guarantee water.

Getting there

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Without a car
Public transport to the exact woodland start and from the pass-side finish is unconfirmed. Prepare arrival, external approaches, emergency exits and the road return separately.
By car
Vehicle access to the exact start and finish is unconfirmed. Agree permitted road approach locations separately; a walking permit does not allow driving along protected trails.
Parking
Parking at the mountain ends is unconfirmed. Agree permitted road-side vehicle storage for the entire multiday outing beforehand.

Электрички туда и обратно

Расписание на дату и время, до которого нужно выйти на маршрут

What to expect

Places
Plaksina Glade The named woodland glade on the northern part of the large circuit.
Basman Pass The actual named saddle on the approach from woodland towards the high plateau.
Kemal-Egerek summit The distinct plateau summit after climbing from the woodland section.
Lapata summit The named summit on the plateau’s southern edge crossed during the mountain section.
Mitis-Bogaz Pass The named saddle on the western side of the mountain finish.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 3697 м.
SurfaceCompacted dirt 7%, Asphalt 4%, Gravel 2%, Unknown 87%.
Риски The woodland circuit contains returns and numerous junctions that require sequence checks. Wind, fog, snow and a safe distance from cliff edges matter on the plateau. Lapata reaches the southern cliff side; avoid shortcuts across it. Check river crossings, water reserves and permission for every protected section.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 1 d 10 h
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
A day-by-day plan is not established for this multiday journey. After access is confirmed, distribute the entire northwestern circuit, repeated woodland passages, summit approach and pass finish. Agree overnight locations, water resupply, external approaches and return. A historical standard network plan does not determine this variation.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose walking conditions with confirmed access and a forecast checked for the entire crossing. The upper plateau and wooded valleys can have different snow and temperatures. Rain complicates ground and water crossings; autumn dryness does not establish flowing springs.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Mountain footwear, rain and wind protection and warm layers.
Water, food, first aid and equipment for agreed overnight stays.
Map of every woodland return, mountain section and emergency exit, light and spare power.
Permits, documents and agency and meeting contacts.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Public transport to the exact woodland start and from the pass-side finish is unconfirmed. Prepare arrival, external approaches, emergency exits and the road return separately

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

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: 96.4 km, hard.

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