A very demanding one-way hiking route through rocky terrain, with an ascent of 673 m and a duration of 4 h 45 min.
The Stožac Ridge Trail is a very demanding one-way hiking route: 10.3 km, ascent 673 m, descent 609 m. It runs mostly through rocky terrain, and the duration without breaks is 4 h 45 min.
The Stožac Ridge Trail runs through a high mountain area in one direction. The length is 10.3 km, with a total ascent of 673 m and a total descent of 609 m. The lowest point is at 1,614 m a.s.l., and the highest at 1,923 m a.s.l. The nearest place to the start of the trail is Manito jezero, approximately 5.5 km from the start.
The terrain is predominantly rocky — 86% of the route — while the remaining 14% follows a gravel road. At 6.4 km from the start lies the peak of Plandište at 1,938 m a.s.l. Near the trail, at approximately 1.6 km, is Kapetanovo jezero.
The route is very demanding and intended for experienced hikers; it carries a T4 rating on the SAC scale. Due to the rocky terrain and elevation range, a full day should be planned and sufficient water carried. The trail is marked with black waymarkers.
What this difficulty means
Very long or alpine terrain where hands may be needed, with few ways out. Only for experienced mountaineers in stable weather.
Mountain hiking grade SAC T4 (scale T1–T6).
Places on this route
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↑ 673 m · ↓ 609 m · highest point 1,923 m
Along the way
The nearest place to the start of the trail, approximately 5.5 km away.
Located near the trail, approximately 1.6 km from the route.
A peak at 1,938 m a.s.l., 6.4 km from the start of the trail.
Bring enough water and food; there is no reliable information about water sources along the trail.
Wear sturdy hiking boots with good soles — the trail is predominantly rocky.
Start early in the morning; the walk itself without breaks takes approximately 4 h 45 min.
Check the weather forecast. At elevations of 1,614–1,923 m a.s.l., conditions can change quickly.
Use trekking poles for stability on the rocky sections.
The route is very demanding and runs through rocky terrain, so experience and good fitness are required. In the mountains there can be fog and thunderstorms; monitor the forecast and move away from exposed sections before bad weather arrives. In case of an accident, call 112.
Emergency number in Montenegro: 112.
Good to know
Best season
The best period is from June to September, when trails at this altitude are generally passable. In other months there may be snow, ice, and low temperatures.
Getting there
The nearest place to the start of the trail is Manito jezero, approximately 5.5 km from the start. The trail runs in one direction, so the end point is not in the same location as the start.
The trail is 10.3 km long and runs in one direction.
The estimated duration without breaks is 4 h 45 min.
It is very demanding and suited for experienced hikers; it has a T4 rating on the SAC scale.
86% of the trail is rocky terrain, 14% gravel road. The trail is marked with black trail markers.
26.8 km↑ 1,160 m9–12½ h
12.1 km↑ 976 m4½–6½ h
8.5 km↑ 883 m3½–5 h
9.8 km↑ 1,370 m6–8½ h
6.0 km↑ 449 m2½–3½ h
12.7 km↑ 1,471 m6–8½ h
1.4 km↑ 138 m40–55 min
5.9 km↑ 532 m2–3 h
Times and grades are estimates. Conditions change: check the weather and local information before you set out.
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