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Pekeriç Canyon Trekking

  • Distance85 km from Erzincan; 6 km on-foot into canyon
  • Best seasonMay–September
  • PriceFree access; taxi from İliç to trailhead 100–200 TRY / $2.20–4.35
  • OperatorSelf-guided; inform İliç Jandarma (+90 446 611 2005) before entering the canyon for safety registration
By Updated Reviewed by Daniel Mercer
Pekeriç Canyon Trekking

Activity facts

Where
İliç district, 85 km southwest of Erzincan
Duration
Full day (6–8 hours including travel)

Equipment

  • Sturdy hiking boots (waterproof)
  • Trekking poles
  • 3 L water minimum
  • Snacks / lunch
  • First aid kit
  • Navigation: download offline Google Maps or OSMAnd before leaving İliç

Location

İliç town centre, 24600 İliç, Erzincan (start point for canyon approach)

39.4500, 38.5633 View on map