Waksmundzki Wierch (2189 m a.s.l.) is one of the northernmost two-thousanders in the entire Tatra range — a wild, unspoiled ridge peak in the Kosztyta massif separating the Waksmundzka Valley from Pańszczyca. If you are drawn to untamed mountain landscapes far from the tourist crowds, this peak will capture your imagination.

Situated roughly halfway between the Krzyżne pass and the highest point of the ridge, Wielka Kosztyta, this summit rises above sweeping alpine meadows and offers views into two contrasting valleys. In summer the slopes glow green and peaceful; in winter the ridge becomes a serious, snow-covered challenge. At the foot of the peak on the Pańszczyca side stands the rounded dome of Wielka Kopka (1856 m), adding to the layered beauty of the scenery.

• Waksmundzki Wierch has no marked tourist trails — the entire Kosztyta massif is a strict nature reserve and access to the summit via official routes is not permitted.

• The Kosztyta massif falls within a strict protection zone of the Tatra National Park — no marked hiking trails cross it and hiking to the summit is not allowed.
• The peak can be admired from nearby marked trails, including the route crossing the Krzyżne pass.

The first recorded ascent was made by Ludwik Zejszner on 3 August 1838 during barometric altitude measurements, while the first winter ascent came only in March 1910, achieved by Henryk Bednarski, Józef Lesiecki, Mariusz Zaruski and Stanisław Zdyb. Today Waksmundzki Wierch remains a protected wilderness — best admired from the ridgelines nearby.