Suha Vapa (2,639 m) is a peak in the Kovach part of Rila, above the cirque of the Yakoruda lakes; bg.wikipedia gives 2,638 m.
Kovach (Nalbant) is about 2 km away and Kurdzhilak about 3 km, and Marishki Chal is about 5 km to the north. The largest lake of the Yakoruda cirque is Ribnoto lake.
The shortest way goes past Ribnoto lake: from the Nehtenitsa area (16 km from Yakoruda) a clear path heads west and reaches the lake in about 45 minutes; from there you climb straight up the southern slope, steep but shortest. The other option is from Granchar hut on the waymarks to Ribni Ezera hut: after the Dzhanka (Dolni Kuki) saddle, follow the path to a convenient point to turn off for the summit.
Nehtenitsa is reached from Yakoruda; Granchar hut is on the waymarked route from Yakoruda.
Sofia region
2.0 km away
Blagoevgrad region
3.0 km away
Blagoevgrad region
3.5 km away
Suha Vapa is located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
Suha Vapa 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 Suha Vapa, 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.
Suha Vapa reaches an elevation of 2,639 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.
