Road trip guide: Conquering Uzungol Yaylalari
Uzungöl Yaylaları is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2,674 m (8,772 ft) above sea level, located in Trabzon Province, in Turkey.
Where is Uzungol Yaylalari?
The pass is located near the Rize Province border, in the Black Sea region, in the northeastern part of the country. Near the summit, there’s a small mountain hut.
Is the road to Uzungol Yaylalari unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved but pretty well-maintained. That doesn’t mean it’s an easy drive, as the road features very narrow parts, steep sections, many curves, and along the way you might need to cross a few waterfalls. So a 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended.
How long is the road to Uzungol Yaylalari?
The pass road is 28.8 km (17.89 miles) long, running east-west from Eskice (in Rize Province) to Yaylaönü (in Trabzon Province).