From the Jasse du Play to the Baraque du Pison

From the Jasse du Play, continue southwards on the^GR®91; the path is sometimes less clearly marked, particularly in the Plaine de la Chau clearing.

(1). Continue along the^GR® at the end of this clearing, and cross the forest at the foot of the Grand Veymont (you can take an alternative route by crossing the Grand Veymont). The^GR® veers south-west to reach the Bergerie de la Grande Cabane.

(2) Further south, you’ll come to a fork in the path.

(3) Turn right to reach the Cabane de Pré Peyret.
You could stop there for the night, but it’s a popular spot and fills up quickly!

(3) Turn back to the previous fork.

(3) Head right, due south, for about 3 km. You’ll be walking along the western cliff face of the Vercors plateau. Then you’ll descend about a hundred metres below the plateau to the Baraque du Pison (S/E).
The view here is less unobstructed (forest in a small valley) but you’re more likely to find space, and it offers better shelter from the wind.

For all information on mountain huts and water sources: Refuges.info

Please note: as the Vercors huts are unstaffed, and backpacking is quite common in the area, it is advisable to bring everything you need for wild camping! Similarly, make sure you bring plenty of water – it’s better to carry 2 litres too much than to run out.
The Vercors plateau is also renowned for being difficult to navigate. Don’t forget your maps (3236OT and 3237OT) and your compass – and perhaps an altimeter – and avoid straying from the existing paths. And if you’re unsure, it’s better to turn back before you get properly lost!

As a reminder, the regulations for the Hauts-Plateaux du Vercors Nature Reserve impose the following main restrictions:
- Dogs are not permitted, even on a lead
- Flying at an altitude of less than 300 m is prohibited (therefore, drones and paragliders are prohibited)
- Fires are prohibited
- Deliberately disturbing wildlife is prohibited (be careful not to disturb marmots and ibex, amongst others!)
- Picking plants is prohibited
- Camping is prohibited, but bivouacking is permitted between 5.00 pm and 9.00 am
- Littering is prohibited (including in the shelters open to all!)
These strict regulations are necessary to protect the species and habitats found in this wild and unspoilt area!