Eğin Mountain Trail Hike (Eğin Dağ Yürüyüşü)
Event Details:Date: June 22, 2024
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Finish Time: 15:30 AM
Distance: Approximately 17 km (10.6 miles)
Elevation Gain: Approximately 1,000 meters (3,425 feet)
Elevation Loss: Approximately 1,000 meters (3,425 feet)
Terrain: Very challenging, with a steep ascent in the first 5 km (3.1 miles) and a variety of terrain, including rocky paths, scree slopes, and meadows.
Description:
The Eğin Mountain Trail Hike is a challenging but rewarding event that takes participants to the summit of Eğin Dağı, the mountain that overlooks the historic town of Eğin (now Kemaliye). The route follows ancient trails that were once used by the people of Eğin to travel to and from their pastures. The hike offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Please note:
An average hiker is expected to complete the trail in 5-6 hours. Elevation (with one-third of the route above 1200m altitude, and one-fifth between 1700-2000m altitude), wind, insufficient fluid intake, lack of familiarity with rough terrain, and difficulty in following the trail can extend the duration by 10-80%.
Route:
Kemaliye Merkez (Kemaliye Center)
Kadıgölü Parkı (Kadıgölü Park)
Mani Yolu (Mani Road)
Zincirlikaya Eğin Gabanı (Zincirlikaya Eğin Gabanı)
Kanberoğlu Çeşmesi (Kanberoğlu Çeşmesi)
Eğin Dağı (Eğin Dağı)
Sandık Gabanı (Sandık Gabanı)
Sandık (Sandık)
Köprü (Köprü)
Kemaliye Merkez (Kemaliye Center)
Mandatory Gear:
Emergency blanket (aluminum)
Small bell/cowbell that must always be audible on your person (provided by the organization)
Rain jacket with hood
Beanie or bandana
Gloves (will be finalized the day before the event)
Long pants or long socks + below-knee tights (will be finalized the day before the event)
Mobile phone (with organization and emergency phone numbers saved, must be kept in a bag or case to protect from water)
Water bottle (minimum 1lt) (to refill from fountains on the route) Pet bottles cannot be used as water bottles
Food and rations (9 hours worth). There is no food or water available on the route.
Whistle (If available, a whistle on the backpack will be accepted)
Backpack
Strongly Recommended Gear:
Walking poles
Awards:
There is no timing or classification for the Eğin Mountain Trail Hike. All finishers will receive a digital certificate.
