Mirkovska Baba (1,745 m) is a peak on the main ridge of the Etropole mountain, about 1.2 km west-north-west of Chelopeshka Baba, above the village of Mirkovo.
The peak lies between Chelopeshka Baba and Mara Gidia (1,790 m), the highest point of the Etropole mountain. It should not be confused with Etropolska Baba (1,787 m), another peak in the same mountain. The southern slopes towards Mirkovo are steep and cut by the Bunovska river and its left tributary, the Mirkovska river.
The peak lies on the ridge trek from Kashana hut on the Zlatitsa pass: the route crosses Murgana (1,639 m), Chelopeshka Baba, Mirkovska Baba and finally Mara Gidia. The path runs entirely along open ridge.
The starting points are Kashana hut on the Zlatitsa pass and Murgana hut, reached by an asphalt road. From the village of Mirkovo it is about 3:30 hours on foot to Murgana hut.
Sofia region
1.2 km away
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6.3 km away
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9.1 km away
Mirkovska Baba is located in Sofia Province, Bulgaria.
Mirkovska Baba is most easily reached by car. Use the coordinates above to navigate, or open the location in OpenStreetMap or your preferred maps app for turn-by-turn directions. Public transport options vary by region — for remote destinations a rental car gives the most flexibility.
Late spring through early autumn (May–September) is best for Mirkovska Baba, when trails are clear of snow and weather is most stable. Higher peaks may hold snow into June and see fresh snow as early as October. Winter visits are for experienced mountaineers with proper gear.
Mirkovska Baba reaches an elevation of 1,745 metres above sea level.
Hiking boots, layered clothing, water (1.5–2 L per person), sun protection, and a windproof jacket — mountain weather changes quickly. For longer routes also bring a map (paper or offline), a head torch, and emergency rations. Tell someone your planned route and expected return time.
