Winter conditions prevail in the mountains. Second (moderate) avalanche risk degree was announced. In the peak areas the thickness of the snow cover oscillates between 30-120 cm. Hiking requires appropriate equipment, the ability to access local avalanche risk, proper route selection and elementary safety measures on all steep slopes.
- Most of the trails are accessible, locally icy and slippery (we recommend using crampons or anty-slip grips). Sudden gusts of wind may caause partial wind blows, mainly in the upper sections of the forest and in the ridge areas. Low-frequented hiking trails are partly snow-covered - hiking there is possible only on skis or snowshoes. Wandering in deep snow significantly extends the trip duration.
- The nature-historical path in the upper San valley is not available due to the lack of access by car to the parking in Bukowiec
Remember that weather conditions in the mountains can change rapidly, so you must be prepared for additional difficulties. Although in the valleys temperatures during the day can exceed 0°C, in the peaks you may encounter the sub-zero temperatures and strong wind. Visibility may be limited, pay attention to trail markings.
We remind you that, according to the Park
regulations, downhill skiing, sledding etc. is strictly forbidden. For the safety of other tourists, please do not slide on snow souncers etc. on hiking trails. This causes icing of the trail and exposes hikers to slipping and falling.
In winter, admission to the Park is free. We try
to keep parking lots in Wołosate, Brzegi Górne, Wyżniańska Pass and
Ustrzyki Górne cleared of snow. Parking fees are charged according to
the winter season price list. We also provide free toilets at the parking lot
in Wołosate and three dry toilets located on the trails: Wyżna Pass, Bukowska Pass and Wetlina - Stare Siolo. Due
to the necessity to keep the road passable for public and rescue
services, in the village Wołosate parking outside the parking lot is
forbidden (please follow the road signs). Cars must not disturb the
winter maintenance of the road or block the bus stops.
Current weather conditions can be checked on the Mountain Rescue Service and via a webcam
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