Down the River

Down the River is an out-and-back mountain bike trail in Liguria, Italy. It is 1.2 miles each way, 2.4 miles there and back. It runs between about 1,830 ft and 2,740 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,490 ft of climbing one way. It is rated mtb:scale 3: technical riding over blocky ground, drops and tight turns, for skilled riders. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Tavole, about 1.1 miles southwest of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Monte Faudo, Monte Arbozzaro and Monte Follia. For camping, Agricampeggio Le Sorbe and Il Persiano are within about 6 miles. There are 22 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trail access for bikes, closures and conditions change, so check locally before you ride.