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Red Trail from lower Chatyr-Dag to the eastern woodland side

Distance
4.5 km
Time
1 h 24 min
Elevation gain
41 m
Difficulty
Moderate
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Route description

This walk begins on the lower Chatyr-Dag plateau side near Onyx. It first retraces several plateau-side approaches, then heads east and descends towards the wooded side of the highway. Repeated western passages form part of this programme. The name Red Trail does not establish visits to all nearby tourist locations: the named shelter and caves lie away from the selected line. The main experience is the transition from open karst plateau to wooded slope. It finishes on the road side, but a safe meeting place and approach must be checked. Upper Chatyr-Dag and its summits are outside this version. Navigation is needed both on the open plateau and at woodland junctions.

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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

Before you go

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Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Experience lower Chatyr-Dag’s transition from open plateau to its eastern wooded slope. This descent includes several repeated approaches near the start, with the changing terrain providing the main interest.
Length
4.5 km
Elevation gain
41 m
Surface
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Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
For walkers with a prepared plateau approach and road meeting after the descent. Check access and animal rules for the selected sections.

Nearby

The Onyx centre lies near the western section, but entering its premises is outside this walk. Besh-Koba Gorge and named cave entrances require separate approaches. Underground excursions at Marble Cave, Emine-Bair-Khosar and Emine-Bair-Koba are arranged separately through the operator.

Getting there

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Without a car
Public transport to the plateau start and from the exact woodland finish is unconfirmed. Arrange arrival and return separately.
By car
Vehicle access to the exact plateau start is unconfirmed. Check a permitted road location on the lower plateau side and a safe meeting place after the eastern descent.
Parking
Parking at the exact start and finish is unconfirmed. Agree permitted vehicle storage beforehand; a roadside verge or woodland entrance does not establish parking.

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What to expect

Places
Crimean Mountains
Krasnaia
Ai-Petri

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 41 м.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Plateau branches among karst hollows can be confused. Stones, roots and slippery ground are possible on the woodland descent. Repeated approaches near the start require sequence checks. Reaching the highway does not establish a permitted waiting place or road crossing.

How much time to allow

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Расчётное время в пути 1 h 24 min
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Complete duration is unknown. Include the external plateau approach, repeated western passages and entire descent, then agree the road-side meeting. Preserve daylight.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose dry walking conditions with checked access and forecast. Rain complicates woodland ground and fog hides plateau junctions. Reassess the descent in snow or ice.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Footwear with reliable grip and descending poles.
Rain and warm layers, water, food and first aid.
Map of the lower plateau and woodland exits, light and spare power.
Agreed road meeting contacts.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

Public transport to the plateau start and from the exact woodland finish is unconfirmed. Arrange arrival and 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: 4.5 km, moderate.

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