From the Observation Tower in Jodłówka Tuchowska to Ostry Kamień - Scenic Trail in the Brzanka Range


max 522 m min 429 m
straighten 3.7km
timer 1h 19min
north_east 160m
south_east 142m
Medium - For young hikers, steep sections possible
terrain  The slope of the terrain

Ostry Kamień, also known as Góra Pasia (527 meters above sea level), is a peak in the Brzanka Range in the Ciężkowice Foothills. Its name comes from a sharp rock formation near the summit. This place is protected as a natural monument.

The trail from the observation tower to Ostry Kamień is an interesting option for a forest hike in the Brzanka Range.

  • The trail mostly leads through the forest in the shade of trees.
  • The hike to Ostry Kamień takes about an hour.
Ostry Kamień
Ostry Kamień

Brzanka - Observation Tower, Shelter, and Parking

You can drive to the observation tower, where there is a free parking lot at its base. From the tower, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Ciężkowice Foothills, Rożnów Foothills, Low Beskids, and the Tatra Mountains. The highest viewing platform has a panorama with descriptions of the visible places.

Tower in Jodłówka Tuchowska, Brzanka Range
Tower in Jodłówka Tuchowska, Brzanka Range
View from the tower in Jodłówka Tuchowska, Brzanka Range
View from the tower in Jodłówka Tuchowska, Brzanka Range

Trail from the Tower to Ostry Kamień

At first, we walk on a wide road along the ridge of the Brzanka Range. The beginning of the trail is open, picturesque, and scenic.

Road along the ridge of the Brzanka range
Road along the ridge of the Brzanka range

We pass a private, interesting property built like a castle or defensive tower. It looked fairy-tale-like and intriguing.

Private property - tower
Private property - tower

Following the yellow and green trail markers, we enter the forest. Most of the trail leads through a forest road. Sometimes we go uphill, sometimes we go slightly downhill, but the elevation changes are not significant.

Green Trail from Brzanka to Ostry Kamień
Green Trail from Brzanka to Ostry Kamień
Green trail from Brzanka to Ostry Kamień
Green trail from Brzanka to Ostry Kamień
Green Trail from Brzanka to Ostry Kamień
Green Trail from Brzanka to Ostry Kamień

Soon we reach a small rock formation with steps carved into the rock. The trees partially block the view, but there are spots where you can see the surrounding area.

Ostry Kamień, Brzanka Range
Ostry Kamień, Brzanka Range
View from Ostry Kamień
View from Ostry Kamień
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