Spanopolski Chukar (2,575 m) is a granite peak in northern Pirin, at the northern end of the Spanopolski ridge; bg.wikipedia gives 2,576 m.
The Spanopolski ridge leaves the main ridge at the easternmost points of the rocky Karaulite crest and divides the grassy cirques of Golyamo and Malko Spano Pole. The peak's western and south-western slopes are sheer and rocky, with one of the highest lakes of Golyamo Spano Pole below them. From Malko Spano Pole the peak looks insignificant, with gentle grassy slopes.
The peak rises above the Spano Pole shelter (2,055 m), below Bashliyski Chukar. Waymarked paths lead to the shelter: about 3.5 hours from Yane Sandanski hut, about 3 hours from Vihren hut and about 3 hours from the Tevno Ezero shelter. The gentle grassy summit looks over Spano Pole, Vihren, Sinanitsa, Banderishki and Bashliyski Chukar.
Yane Sandanski hut is at Popina Laka, reached by an 18 km asphalt road from Sandanski. Vihren hut is reached by the road from Bansko.
Blagoevgrad region
1.7 km away
Blagoevgrad region
2.1 km away
Spanopolski Chukar is located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
Spanopolski Chukar 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 Spanopolski Chukar, 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.
Spanopolski Chukar reaches an elevation of 2,575 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.
