Ripiano - Valcauda
- 0.8 mi
- round trip
- 1,574 ft
- climb
- 2,928 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Ripiano - Valcauda is an out-and-back trail, 0.8 miles each way (1.5 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy. It runs between about 1,850 ft and 2,930 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,320 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Settimo Vittone, about 0.7 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Monte La Torretta, Monte Rasca and Monte Cavalpiccolo. For camping, Camping Mombarone and Camping & Agriturismo Nosy are within about 6 miles. There are 10 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
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