Wyżnie Kasprowe Siodło is a shallow, understated saddle along the ridge of Kasprowy Wierch that rewards hikers looking for a quieter, wilder corner of the Western Tatras. Sitting at roughly 1830 metres above sea level, it separates Kasprowy Wierch from Uhroć Kasprowy, offering a rugged, rocky landscape away from the crowds near the cable car station.
The area around the saddle is built of granite rock, giving it a raw, elemental character. To the south, the slopes descend gently into the Sucha Stawiańska Valley - low, scree-covered, and dotted with patches of dwarf mountain pine. To the north, the terrain drops into the upper part of the Sucha Kasprowa Valley, where the Ciaptak gully is found - once used by shepherds, today mostly known to backcountry skiers, who rate its difficulty at 3+. In summer the saddle feels quiet and austere, while in winter it becomes a demanding line for experienced ski tourers.
How to reach the viewpointThis spot offers a different perspective on the Tatras - away from the crowds at the main summit station, surrounded by granite rock and dwarf pine.