Ticino · Hiking

Costone di Cozzo

1.2 mi
round trip
2,717 ft
climb
6,844 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Costone di Cozzo is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.3 miles round trip) in Ticino, Switzerland. It runs between about 4,320 ft and 6,840 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,060 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Valcolla, about 1.0 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Torrettone, Cima Moncucco and Mataron del Matro. For camping, Joghi e Bubu is within about 6 miles. There are 7 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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Conditions and forecast

Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Costone di Cozzo for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.

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