From Lysá Poľana to Poľana pod Rozpadlinami

An Easy Hike: Lysá Poľana – Biela Voda Forest Lodge – Poľana pod Rozpadlinami

Lysá Poľana
Lysá Poľana
Lysá Poľana
1,025 meters above sea level

Elevation of Poľana below Rozpadliny

6.5 km

Total length of the route (round trip from Lysá Poľana)

2 hours

Estimated duration of a leisurely family walk

A leisurely walk along a forest path beside the rushing Biela Voda River leads to a historic forester's lodge and a quiet clearing with views of the Tatra mountain ranges

The hike from Lysá Poľana to the mouth of the Bielovodská Valley is one of the most pleasant and least demanding family trails in the High Tatras. It begins right at the Slovak-Polish border crossing and follows a wide, paved forest road with a minimal incline alongside the Biela Voda mountain stream. This lower part of the valley is surrounded by deep spruce forests, which provide pleasant shade and a peaceful atmosphere in the summer.

After about a 40-minute walk, you’ll pass a historic forest ranger station and a TANAP forestry office and arrive at the Poľana meadow below Rozpadliny (formerly part of the Podúplazská Poľana). From this open space, you’ll catch your first magnificent views of the monumental rock faces and the mouths of the Tatra’s side valleys. For families with children and strollers, this is an ideal destination for a relaxing outing with a safe and easy return route.

The trail is open to the public year-round
Fully accessible and suitable for strollers
What We Offer
An easy, flat route suitable for children of all ages
A fully paved and well-maintained surface, ideal for strollers
The murmur and clear channel of the Biela voda border stream
TANAP Educational Displays and Wooden Rest Shelters

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What do you need to know before you arrive?
The trail starts at the parking lot near the Lysá Poľana border crossing
Regular athletic shoes or lightweight sneakers are sufficient
The trail is wheelchair-accessible and fully navigable with a stroller
Admission is free year-round
Parking is available at a paid park-and-ride facility
Walking a dog on a leash is permitted on this section
There are no restaurants in the valley, so be sure to bring your own snacks
There are wooden shelters for resting near the trail

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The Uniqueness of the Bielovodská Valley

The Bielovodská Valley is the longest (more than 10 km) and the only canyon-like and glacial-type valley on the northern side of the High Tatras. The section leading to Poľana below Rozpadliny is its most accessible and easiest-to-hike part.

Transportation and Cross-Border Traffic

Lysá Poľana is a busy border crossing with Poland. During the summer months and on weekends, we recommend arriving early in the morning to ensure you can find a parking spot. Regular commuter bus routes also run here from Poprad and Tatranská Javorina.

Safety and Rules of TANAP

The trail passes through the national park’s rare forest ecosystem. Visitors are permitted to walk only on the marked trail, and lighting fires and littering are prohibited throughout the entire area.

A peaceful, wheelchair-accessible walk along the river

The trail starts at the parking lot in the village of Lysá Poľana and follows the blue hiking trail. It follows a wide, paved gravel and forest road that is part of the “Tatras Without Barriers” program. Thanks to the almost imperceptible and very gentle incline, the hike is comfortable even for very young children, seniors, or parents with strollers.

The elevation difference between Lysá Poľana and Poľana pod Rozpadlinami is only about 50 to 55 meters, spread out over more than three kilometers. The trail does not include any exposed sections, rocky ledges, or steep cliffs.

Route Markings

Blue Trail / Paved Road (Tatras Without Barriers)
Lysá Poľana (border crossing) – Horáreň in the Bielovodská Valley – Poľana pod Rozpadlinami

Landmarks

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the route

nd Lysá Poľana (parking lot / valley entrance) – 970 m above sea level

Biela Voda Forest Lodge (forest station) – approx. 1,005 m above sea level

Poľana pod Rozpadlinami / Podúplazská poľana – approx. 1,025 m above sea level

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Everything You Need to Know Before Your Trip

Answers to the most frequently asked questions about the High Tatras region.

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    The High Tatras have something to offer all year round. The best time for high-altitude hiking is from June to October, when the hiking trails at higher elevations are open. Fall brings more stable weather, pleasant temperatures, and beautiful views. Winter is ideal for skiing, winter walks, and visiting locations that are accessible year-round. Before setting out on a trip, always check the current weather conditions and any trail closures.

    You do not need a special permit for regular hiking on marked trails. However, you must comply with TANAP’s visitor regulations and seasonal closures, and you may only hike on open trails. Special rules apply, for example, to rock climbing, ski mountaineering, hiking off marked trails, or bringing a dog into the park.

    You can easily reach the main Tatra resorts by train. The Tatra Electric Railways connect Poprad, Starý Smokovec, Štrbské Pleso, and Tatranská Lomnica. A cog railway runs from Štrba to Štrbské Pleso. You can also take advantage of regular bus routes and seasonal shuttle services in the region.

    You can park in designated parking lots in the various Tatra villages. During peak periods, we recommend using the P+R park-and-ride lot at Eurocamp in Tatranská Lomnica and continuing by shuttle bus. From this parking lot, you can take public transportation to destinations such as Tatranská Lomnica, Tatranské Matliare, Biela Voda, or the Belianska Cave.

    For hiking, choose sturdy hiking boots with non-slip soles that stabilize your feet and protect them on rocky or wet terrain. Your gear should also include weather-appropriate clothing and a rain jacket. Sandals and regular city shoes are not suitable for more demanding hikes.

    When a storm is approaching, leave peaks, ridges, saddles, mountain passes, and open areas as soon as possible. Descend to lower elevations, avoid standing near isolated trees or metal objects, and keep your distance from other members of your group. If possible, take shelter in a mountain hut or a safe building. The best prevention is to check the weather forecast, set out early in the morning, and shorten or cancel your hike in a timely manner if conditions take a turn for the worse. Safety must take precedence over reaching your destination.