Borowa is colloquially known as 'Czarna Góra' (Black Mountain) by local residents due to its dense, dark spruce forests.
The observation tower is built on a tripod design to provide high wind resistance at the exposed summit.
The mountain is part of the Crown of Polish Mountains, a list of 28 mountain peaks representing the highest points of Polish mountain ranges.
Geologically, the peak is composed of Carboniferous-age conglomerates and sandstones.
Borowa is the highest peak of the Wałbrzyskie Mountains in the Central Sudetes, reaching an elevation of 853 meters above sea level. The summit features a 16.5-meter-high steel observation tower that provides a panoramic view of the Sudetes, including the Owl Mountains and the Karkonosze range. The tower was constructed in 2017 to replace a former wooden structure. The peak serves as a prominent landmark on the Main Sudeten Trail. The surrounding forest consists primarily of spruce and beech trees typical of the Lower Silesian landscape. The mountain is accessible via several marked hiking trails originating from the neighboring towns of Jedlina-Zdrój and Walim.
The top observation deck of the steel tower, providing a 360-degree view.
Bring a windbreaker even in summer, as the summit and tower platform are highly exposed to gusts.
Wear sturdy trekking boots with good ankle support, as the trail paths feature loose stones and steep gradients.
Check local weather reports specifically for wind speeds, as the tower may be unpleasant or unsafe during high-wind events.
Attempting to climb during thunderstorms, as the metal structure of the tower is an extreme lightning risk.
Open year-round, but access may be restricted during severe winter icing or extreme weather events.
No specific rules, but strictly pack out all litter as there are no bins on the summit.
