Ploská
Mountain Large Slovak mountain with a broad grassy summit
A mountain summit in northern Slovakia’s Žilina Region popular with hikers and ridge walkers; visitors follow marked trails and alpine paths for day trips and panoramas.
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Ploská is a mountain in the Veľká Fatra range of the Western Carpathians, within Slovakia’s Žilina Region. It is notable for a broad, relatively flat summit that contrasts with sharper neighbouring peaks.
The summit area is a grassy plateau that attracts hikers and ridge-walkers and provides open panoramas across the surrounding ranges; typical visits are day hikes from nearby trailheads. Trails crossing the summit link it with other peaks in the massif and form part of longer trekking routes.
Ploská is part of the geology and landscape of the Veľká Fatra, long used for grazing and seasonal shepherding as well as recreational hiking. The mountain is integrated into the region’s marked mountain-path network and mountain hut system.
The peak lies in the Žilina Region of northern Slovakia within the Western Carpathians, accessible from nearby mountain villages and trailheads in the Veľká Fatra.
- Elevation: Summit altitude is about 1,532 metres above sea level, making it one of the higher peaks in the Veľká Fatra range.
- Best time to visit: Most visits occur in summer and early autumn when trails are snow-free and visibility for long-distance views is best.
What to See #
- Summit plateau: A broad, level summit common to many hikers, featuring grassy slopes rather than rocky crags and offering panoramic views of surrounding ranges on clear days.
- Ridge trails: Marked ridge paths that connect the peak with neighbouring summits in the Veľká Fatra range and form common day-hike routes for experienced walkers.
How to Get to Ploská #
Access by regional roads from towns in the Žilina Region; common trailheads are reached by short drives or local buses from nearest villages. Follow marked hiking routes and consult national park or local tourist‑office maps before setting out.
Tips for Visiting Ploská #
- Start early to catch the grassy summit ringed by clouds - afternoons can bring sudden thunderstorms in the Western Tatras.
- Use marked trails only; mountain rescue in Slovakia is competent but distances are long on unmarked routes.
- Check local hut (chata) openings if planning a multi‑day route-many close outside summer.
Best Time to Visit Ploská #
Best late spring through early autumn for hiking; winter visits require alpine experience.
Weather & Climate near Ploská #
Ploská's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1230 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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