Stella Polare
- 0.5 mi
- round trip
- 1,211 ft
- climb
- 4,692 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Stella Polare is an out-and-back trail, 0.5 miles each way (0.9 miles round trip) in Piedmont, Italy. It runs between about 4,220 ft and 4,690 ft above sea level, with roughly 820 ft of climbing one way. It is a mountain path with steeper and uneven sections, so wear proper hiking shoes. The nearest town is Rubiana, about 1.4 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Rocca Sella, Monte Arpon and Monte Gioran. Cascata della Goja del Pis is within about 3 miles. For camping, San Michele is within about 6 miles. There are 9 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 Stella Polare for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
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