Ticino · Hiking

Monti di Basso - Cortaccia

0.4 mi
round trip: 773 ft
climb: 2,886 ft
high point: Out and back
route

Monti di Basso - Cortaccia is an easy out-and-back hike in the Ticino region of southern Switzerland, about 5 miles from Locarno. The route is under a mile long, and it gains roughly 770 feet of elevation on the way up before returning the same distance down. The high point of the trip is about 2,886 feet. The hike pairs well with other outings in the area. Termine - Cortaccia is about half a mile away, and Capanna Tamaro, a mountain hut, sits about 2 miles off. For an overnight stay, Park Camping Riarena offers camping about 2.4 miles away. Monte Tamaro, a summit, is about 2.7 miles from the trail.

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Capanna Tamaro

~4 min drive

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