Podskalský Roháč

Podskalský Roháč is a nature reserve in the District of Považská Bystrica featuring massive rock towers and steep vertical walls surrounded by mixed forests and meadows. The terrain spans different elevations with varied plant and animal communities distributed throughout the area.

The area received protection status in 1993 when Slovakia began systematically preserving its natural habitats. This decision was part of a broader approach to safeguard ecologically valuable mountain regions across the country.

The name refers to the distinctive rock towers that have shaped the landscape for centuries and remain central to how locals perceive this place. Visitors can experience these formations firsthand while walking through the terrain.

Visitors can explore the area on several unmarked hiking trails while enjoying views of the surrounding mountain ranges. It is advisable to orient yourself on established routes and choose terrain based on weather conditions and personal fitness level.

The area hosts rare plant species adapted to the specific conditions of the rock walls and found almost nowhere else. This botanical diversity makes it a special place for nature lovers and researchers to observe and study.

Location: District of Považská Bystrica

Operator: S CHKO Strážovské vrchy

GPS coordinates: 49.05228,18.47427

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:01