Camporells Refuge - En Beys Refuge

Red and yellow markings.

(S) From the refuge, head north, overlooking Estany del Mig and Estany Gros on your left.
The^GRP®® then turns north-west.

(1) At this flat spot, in this large grazing area, you will find a fork with a signpost.
Continue left, still heading north-west on the^GRP®® Tour des Pérics.
Do not descend to the right towards Esposolla via the^GRP®® Tour du Capcir.
Caution: This is a confusing area as there are no signs and this is where two GRP®® trails separate^.
The path turns west, climbing up through this grazing area.
At the Rec de Peira Escrita (torrent of the written stone) ford, the path climbs more steeply, heading due north towards the summit.
Do not try to cut across, as this is a fragile area. Simply follow the well-marked red and yellow trail.

(2) Reach Pic de Mortiers, on the left, by going a few metres higher and then back down.
Continue north on the^GRP®®. Overlook the beautiful Estany del Diable on your right as you turn north-east. The location is magnificent. Soon you will leave the Pyrénées Orientales and enter Ariège.

(3) Arrive at Puig de Terrers, where relay antennas stand tall. This is a place where it can freeze even in summer.
Turn left, heading due north, descending steeply towards a pass. This is the end of the Pyrénées Orientales.

(4) Coll de Terrers. Head due west, descending steeply. Take care at the start of the pass: the path may be rutted. Then a good path heads south-west, continuing to descend steeply on the Ariège side.

(5) Jasse des Espagnols (Spanish sheep park). Respect the tranquillity of this inhabited area during the season. A well-deserved break is possible in this beautiful, peaceful place. Beautiful view of the Oriège valley coming from Orlu. Pass the ruins of the Jasse de Deçà.

(6) Jasse de delà. Continue on the^{GRP®® trail}, which heads northwest and then southwest. Arrive at Coste de Boulaxes or Passage de Mortès, which is actually a tricky passage, but not dangerous, although you still need to be careful. The path is steep and rocky.

Red and white markings ( there may still be some red and yellow markings)

(7) Junction with the^GR®®7, which you should follow to the left, now going uphill. Ford the Oriège.
The red and white markings are supposed to replace the red and yellow markings of the GRP®^®.

(8) You will come out at the Étang d'en Beys spillway, which you should go around on the right.

(E) Refuge d'en Beys. End of the second stage in a beautiful location.

Option: after putting down your rucksacks and quenching your thirst, don't hesitate to head north behind the refuge along a good path towards the beautiful lakes above the refuge. Find the Gourd Gaudet and then the very pretty Estagnol de Gaudet further east. Track on OSM.

Read the practical information in the general description of the Tour des Pérics.

This is a mountainous area. So, as you would expect, you will need: rain gear, water, snacks, route map, description, map, GPS, camera, good walking shoes, walking stick.
The area is often windy (be aware of temperature changes). Bring a water filter or disinfectant tablets.

IBP = 91 HKG
FFRP rating: effort = 4, technicality = 2, risk = 2

Allow for around 4½ hours of walking + breaks, as the route is quite challenging.
To this must be added the return trip to the lakes above the En Beys refuge.

National reserve: rules to follow

A national reserve isa protected natural area. Its regulations, adapted to the local context, aim to preserve this exceptional territory in a sustainable manner. They are based on common sense and civic-mindedness.

It is forbidden to:

• leaving the marked trails,

• light a fire,

• littering,

• fly a drone,

• pick plants,

• camping (only bivouacking is permitted between 6 p.m. and 9 a.m.),

• walking dogs, even on a leash,

• hunting (prohibited),

• fishing (strictly regulated).

All these prohibitions are set out inthe prefectural decree of 1 September 2020.
👉 Failure to comply is punishableby a fine of €135 (4th class offence).

An extra night allows you to make a return trip to a rocky environment to discover the Peyrisses and Naguille lakes, generally heading north. Tort and Déroun lakes from Naguille lake.
To do this, continue past the refuge and turn right at the fork, following the^GRP®® Tour des Montagnes d'Ax.