Hike to Mørkgonga & Gyrihaugen

Mørkgonga is a narrow ravine cutting through the Krokskogen escarpment. The steep route climbs through the gorge, where a cable assists on the hardest section, then continues to Gyrihaugen for an open view over Steinsfjorden, Tyrifjorden and the surrounding forests. The published route is 9.3 km return, with 561 m of ascent; allow 4 hr 30 min. It is graded demanding and the recommended season is april–november. Use the main parking area on Åsaveien at the marked Mørkgonga trailhead.