From the Alpine Lake to the Waterfalls
Skalnaté Pleso – Lomnická Lookout – Zamkovský Hut – Studený Potok Waterfalls – Hrebienok
Length of a one-way route
A hike consisting mostly of downhill sections
Estimated walking time
Along the Tatra Highway all the way to Hrebienok
The hike begins at Skalnaté Pleso, at an elevation of approximately 1,751 meters above sea level, which you can reach by cable car from Tatranská Lomnica. From there, the trail continues along the red-marked Tatra Main Trail through Lomnická Vyhliadka toward Zamkovský Chalet. The trail leads mostly through rocky mountain terrain and, during the descent, offers views of the Poprad Basin, the surrounding valleys, and the Tatra peaks. If you take the cable car to Skalnaté Pleso, this hike is also recommended for families with children.
Zamkovský Chalet is located in Malá Studená Valley at an elevation of 1,475 meters above sea level and offers a place to rest and enjoy refreshments. The next section of the trail runs alongside the approximately 20-meter-high Obrovský Waterfall, then continues to Rainerova Chata and, through the cascades of Studený Creek, to Bilíková Chata and Hrebienok.
What can you experience and see along the route?
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What do you need to know before you arrive?
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The hike begins at Skalnaté Pleso and ends at Hrebienok. To start the hike, you’ll need to take the cable car from Tatranská Lomnica, and after finishing, continue from Hrebienok to Starý Smokovec. When planning your trip, be sure to factor in the travel time between Starý Smokovec and Tatranská Lomnica.
The “easy” rating is based primarily on the fact that the trail is mostly downhill and does not include chains or technically challenging sections. However, the surface consists of rocks, roots, and uneven steps, so it requires a steady gait and appropriate footwear.
The section between Skalnaté Pleso, Zamkovský Chalet, and Hrebienok is typically open year-round. In winter, however, conditions change significantly, and hiking poles, anti-slip shoe covers, or crampons may be necessary.
From the mountainous landscape to the Tatra forests
The hike begins at the highest point near Skalnaté Pleso, at an elevation of approximately 1,751 meters above sea level. The Red Tatra Trail leads through more open mountain slopes and past the Lomnická Lookout, from where it gradually descends to Zamkovský Chalet. On this section, rocky trails alternate with shorter, flatter stretches.
From Zamkovský Chalet, the trail continues downhill alongside the Obrovský Waterfall into the forest. The route then passes by Rainerova Chalet and continues past other waterfalls and cascades of Studený Creek all the way to Bilíková Chalet. The final section leads up a short climb or across gently undulating terrain to Hrebienok at an elevation of approximately 1,285 meters above sea level.
Route Markings
Red Trail
Skalnaté Pleso – Lomnická Vyhliadka – Zamkovského Chata – Obrovský Waterfall – Trail Junction Above Rainerova Chata
Short connection:
Crossroads above Rainerova Chata – Rainerova Chata
Green Trail:
Rainerova Chata – Studený Potok Waterfalls – Bilíkova Chata – Hrebienok
Checkpoints along the route
Skalnaté Pleso – approximately 1,751 meters above sea level
Rocky Cabin
Lomnica Lookout
Zamkovský Hut – 1,475 m above sea level
A massive waterfall – approximately 1,330 meters above sea level
Rainer’s Cabin – 1,301 m above sea level
The Waterfalls of Studený Creek
Bilíkova Chalet – 1,255 m above sea level
Hrebienok – approximately 1,285 meters above sea level
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Poprad
2°C
Overcast
Lomnický štít
-2°C
Fog
Tatranská Lomnica
-2°C
Fog
Starý Smokovec
3°C
Overcast
Hrebienok
1°C
Overcast
Štrbské Pleso
4°C
Drizzle
Skalnaté pleso
4°C
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Solisko
2°C
Drizzle
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