Early Spring Hike: Rusești – Colții Șoimului Circuit

Trip Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026.

It's the perfect time to enjoy the last snow at high altitudes and the first flowers in the valleys! We invite you to explore a unique route that starts from Rusești Hamlet (near Tarnița) and takes us through a varied and fresh landscape.

The Story of Our Trail Complex Circuit: The route is divided into two complementary sections:

• Part I - Fairytale Gorge (Relaxation): We begin the circuit with a gentle walk along the Someșul Cald River. We will cross wooden bridges, admire mini-waterfalls, and walk on rusty leaves or snow! This portion offers total relaxation and, if we’re lucky, we’ll be greeted by snowdrops and crocuses starting to emerge from under the snow. We reach Poiana Dâlboaca (Old Mill) and the first viewpoint, Dâlboaca.

• Part II - The Ridge (Panorama): We continue with a steady climb (concentrated elevation gain) toward the Dealu Pietrelor ridge. From here, we will visit six viewpoints, including the spectacular Colții Șoimului (Falcon’s Cliffs). The wide panorama over the gorge, Rusești hamlet, and the Apuseni Mountains on the horizon is truly impressive! The final descent follows a wide road back to Rusești.

Why this trail in March?

• It is a new route in the Gilău Mountains, offering a fresh destination.

• The distance and elevation gain are moderate (13 km, 500 m D+), perfect for shaking off the winter sluggishness.

Trail Information

• Itinerary: Rusești Circuit → Dâlboaca → Colții Șoimului Ridge → Rusești

• Elevation gain: ∼500 m (Concentrated climb in Part II)

• Length: ∼13 km (A perfect one-day circuit)

• Approximate duration: 5 – 6 hours (including long breaks at the viewpoints)

• Trail type: Red Dot (New trail, very well marked)

• Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. Accessible, the only difficulty is a short climb (equipped with a support cable) and the ridge section.

Who is it for?

This event is dedicated to those seeking a hike that combines moderate physical effort with an unforgettable scenic experience.

Required Equipment

• Mountain boots (mandatory) – Waterproof, with a high-grip sole (we expect mud, ice, or residual snow).

• 3-layer clothing (mandatory) – Ensure you have a protection layer against the cold wind on the ridge (softshell/hardshell).

• Thermos with hot tea, water, and food (lunch snack).

• STRONGLY recommended: Traction cleats (spikes) for boots (for safety on icy sections) and trekking poles.

Practical Details Hike cost: 220 RON/person

The price includes:

• Mountain hiking guide / Certified International Mountain Leader

• Full assistance, good energy

Registration To register, please complete the form: https://forms.gle/CmxtyUSoHxds9L2Y8

Registration deadline: March 25, 2026

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation more than 7 days before: Full refund of the amount paid (minus any bank fees) or the possibility to transfer the payment to a future trip.

• Cancellation less than 7 days before: For organizational reasons, a refund is not possible. However, we offer you the flexibility to join another future trip.

• We understand that plans sometimes change – that's why we try to find the best solution for each situation together.

• Weather conditions: In case of unfavorable weather, we reserve the right to cancel the hike, and the money will be refunded.

Contact: You can contact us at phone/WhatsApp +40 745 605 361 or at the address explore@upthemountains.com