Otik MTB Trail

The Otik MTB Trail is officially rated as a Red difficulty trail. This means it's designed for intermediate and advanced riders, requiring solid fundamental bike skills and technical handling due to features like bigger jumps (some potentially gap jumps) and natural obstacles.

The trail is a descent, and according to tour data, it typically takes around 19-20 minutes to complete. This duration can vary based on your riding speed and how often you stop.

The trail starts above a reservoir at Hala Skrzyczeńska, which is just a 4-minute ride from the upper gondola station. It ends at the Solisko car park, conveniently located a short bike ride from the lower gondola station. Parking is available at Solisko.

You'll experience a natural, flowing path winding through dense young coniferous and beautiful beech forests. The terrain includes natural obstacles like roots, stones, faults, small berms, bumps, and numerous tree stumps, which inspired the trail's name.

The Otik MTB Trail is part of the Szczyrk Mountain Resort's enduro trails system. Access typically requires a ticket or pass, such as a Gopass, for the bike park and gondola use. There are no separate permits for the Silesian Beskid Landscape Park itself, but park regulations should always be respected.

While specific rules for dogs on this exact trail are not detailed, generally, dogs are permitted in the Silesian Beskid Landscape Park, but they must be kept on a leash. It's always best to check the latest regulations of the Szczyrk Mountain Resort or Bike Park regarding pets on their trails and gondolas.

The best time to ride is typically during the warmer months when the trail is free of snow and ice, usually from late spring through early autumn. Always check local weather and trail conditions before you go, as heavy rain can make natural trails more challenging.

The trail itself is a highlight, especially the Final section of "Otika". You'll also be riding through beautiful forest clearings and beech forests. While not directly on the trail, the broader area includes Małe Skrzyczne.

Yes, the Otik MTB Trail is part of a larger network. It shares sections with other trails like "HipHopa (air)" and "Zbój". The route also covers parts of "Małe Skrzyczne - Szczyrk Gondola" and "Skrzyczne" trails.

Take advantage of the convenient gondola access! The trail starts just a 4-minute ride from the upper gondola station at Hala Skrzyczeńska, and ends near the lower gondola station at Solisko car park, making it easy to do multiple runs without a strenuous climb.

The trail is primarily a descent, with a total vertical drop of approximately 538 meters (1765 feet) from start to finish.