Skorušina (1,314 m a.s.l.) is the highest peak of the Skorušinské vrchy range in the Orava region of northern Slovakia — a forested, peaceful summit crowned with a 13-metre steel observation tower. If you are looking for a rewarding hike with spectacular views over several mountain ranges, this is a gem worth seeking out.
The trails wind through dense forests along a main ridge running west to east, creating a lovely, sheltered atmosphere even on windier days. From the observation tower the view opens up dramatically: the Oravské Beskydy, the Western Tatras, and on a clear day you can spot the Chočské vrchy, the Fatras and the Oravská Magura. Autumn brings fiery colours to the forests, while winter turns the whole area into a quiet, snow-covered retreat.
How to reach the summitThe peak sits about 8 km south-east of Trstená, making it an easy day-trip destination from the Orava valley. The nearby saddle of Bôrik (940 m a.s.l.) marks the boundary between Skorušina and the massif of Osobitá and the Western Tatras.